rimmed

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adjective

ˈrimd How to pronounce rimmed (audio)
Synonyms of rimmednext
: having a rim
—usually used in combination
dark-rimmed glasses
red-rimmed eyes

rimmed

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past tense and past participle of rim entry 2

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This simple recipe relies on a hot oven and a rimmed baking sheet to turn the humble vegetable into a side dish worthy of both weeknight dinners and the Thanksgiving table. — Rick Martinez, Bon Appetit Magazine, 16 Oct. 2026 Spread the all-purpose flour and sooji on a rimmed baking sheet or large plate and mix to combine. — Emma Specter, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2026 Line a rimmed half-sheet pan with foil or parchment, then set an oven-safe wire rack on top. — Monti Carlo, AJC.com, 25 Sep. 2026 Pat the ribs dry with paper towels and place them on a large rimmed sheet tray. — ABC News, 23 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for rimmed

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First Known Use

Adjective

1729, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of rimmed was in 1729

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“Rimmed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rimmed. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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