rimmer

1 of 2

noun (1)

rim·​mer

ˈrimə(r)

plural -s

: one that rims: such as

a

: an implement for cutting, trimming, or ornamenting the rim of something

b

: a worker who forms edge wires that are used as top frames of bedspring assemblies or one who attaches rims to the top coils of bedsprings

rimmer

2 of 2

noun (2)

"

plural -s

: reamer

Word History

Etymology

Noun (1)

rim entry 2 + -er

Noun (2)

rim entry 5 + -er

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