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The Clue

Cup part (3 letter answer)

The Answer

RIM

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Notes

The answer RIM is seen frequently, appearing about once every 100 puzzles.

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Glass component
Glass part
Glass top
The hoop in hoops
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Lens holder
Net holder
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Definition

RIM as a noun:

1. the shape of a raised edge of a more or less circular object
2. (basketball) the hoop from which the net is suspended; "the ball hit the rim and bounced off"
3. the outer part of a wheel to which the tire is attached
4. (flange, rim) = a projection used for strength or for attaching to another object
5. (brim, rim, lip) = the top edge of a vessel or other container

RIM as a verb:

1. run around the rim of; "Sugar rimmed the dessert plate"
2. furnish with a rim; "rim a hat"
3. roll around the rim of; "the ball rimmed the basket"