Pronunciation: [ɹˈɪmd] (IPA) 
The word "rimmed" is pronounced /rɪmd/. It is spelled with two "m"s because it follows the rule that when a short vowel is followed by a consonant, we double the final consonant. In this case, the short vowel "i" is followed by the consonant "m". The "-ed" ending is added to indicate past tense. The word "rimmed" refers to something having a rim, or a circular border or edge, such as a rimmed plate or a rimmed hat.
The term "rimmed" is an adjective that describes something that has a rim or edge. A rim is a circular or curved outer edge that forms a boundary or border of an object. When an object is said to be rimmed, it means that it has a distinct and well-defined raised or projecting border around its outer perimeter.
The adjective "rimmed" can be used to describe various objects or structures. For example, a bowl with a raised and curved circular edge can be described as a rimmed bowl. Similarly, glasses or cups with a defined border that extends beyond the circumference of the opening are considered rimmed glasses or cups. Plates with a slightly elevated edge forming a border are referred to as rimmed plates.
In a broader sense, "rimmed" can also refer to natural or geographical features. For instance, a lake with a well-defined and elevated perimeter can be described as a rimmed lake. Mountains or hills that have a distinct circular or curvilinear boundary forming the topmost part are described as rimmed mountains or rimmed hills.
Overall, the term "rimmed" illustrates the presence of a raised or projecting edge that encircles or defines the outer boundary of an object, structure, or natural formation.
The word "rimmed" is derived from the noun "rim". The noun "rim" comes from the Old English word "rima", which referred to the edge or border of a circular or rounded object. It can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "rimô", meaning "band" or "border". The word "rimmed" is formed by adding the suffix "-ed" to the noun "rim", indicating that something has a rim.
