rimbellishern.
/rɪmˈbɛlᵻʃə/, U.S. /rɪmˈbɛlɪʃər/ Now chiefly historical.
An ornamental chromium-plated rim fitting round the wheel-hub or hubcap of a motor vehicle.
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rimbellisher1949
1949 Motor 10 Aug. 2 We announce the ‘Rimbellisher’ as an important addition to the already extensive range of ACE roadwheel disc equipment. This handsome accessory is a superimposed chromium rim which adds the finishing touch and makes wheel cleaning easier.
1962 Times 22 May 1/5 (advt.) 1961 Daimler SP.250..; fog lamps; rimbellishers, &c.
1998 P. Porter Orig. Jaguar XK (2003) 134 (caption) This Ace Rimbellisher was available for later 120s and all 140s fitted with steel disc wheels.
This entry has been updated (OED Third Edition, June 2010; most recently modified version published online March 2022).
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