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brim vs edge

edge vs brim

brim and edge both are nouns.

brim and edge both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
brim Yes No Yes No
edge Yes No Yes No
As nouns, edge is a hypernym of brim; that is, edge is a word with a broader meaning than brim:
  • brim: the top edge of a vessel or other container
  • edge: a sharp side formed by the intersection of two surfaces of an object
brim (noun) edge (noun)
a circular projection that sticks outward from the crown of a hat a sharp side formed by the intersection of two surfaces of an object
the top edge of a vessel or other container the outside limit of an object or area or surface; a place farthest away from the center of something
a slight competitive advantage
the attribute of urgency in tone of voice
the boundary of a surface
a line determining the limits of an area
brim (verb) edge (verb)
fill as much as possible lie adjacent to another or share a boundary
be completely full provide with an edge
advance slowly, as if by inches
provide with a border or edge
Difference between brim and edge

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