rim; lip; fitting edge
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Meanings
1 sense · 3 examplesnoun
the rim or lip of a container where the lid fits tightly
technicalTechnical term used in describing containers, packaging, and pottery. Refers specifically to the raised edge or groove that mates with a cover to form a seal.
Zhè这
gè个
cí瓷
tán坛
de的
zǐ子
kǒu口
shè设
jì计
de得
hěn很
yán严
mì密
，
mì密
fēng封
xìng性
hěn很
hǎo好
。
The rim of this porcelain jar is designed to be very tight, providing an excellent seal.
Píng瓶
zi子
de的
zǐ子
kǒu口
yǒu有
liè裂
wén纹
，
gài盖
bù不
yán严
le了
。
The lip of the bottle has a crack, so the lid won't close tightly anymore.
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Zhè这
zhǒng种
mù木
xiāng箱
de的
zǐ子
kǒu口
cǎi采
yòng用
sǔn榫
mǎo卯
jié结
gòu构
，
bù不
yòng用
dīng钉
zi子
yě也
néng能
gài盖
de得
hěn很
yán严
shi实
。
The rim of this wooden box uses a mortise-and-tenon structure, allowing it to close tightly without nails.