English

Adverb

to the brim ‎(not comparable)

1. Used other than as an idiom.

   Fill the glass to the brim.

2. (figuratively) Full, almost overflowing

   The van was stuffed to the brim with camping equipment.

   With an own goal, two penalties, two red cards and plenty more this match was full to the brim with controversy.

Synonyms

• to the full
• to the gills
• to the gunnels
• to the tonsils