| Flange (n.) An external or internal rib, or rim, for strength, as the flange of an iron beam |
| Flange (n.) A plate or ring to form a rim at the end of a pipe when fastened to the pipe. |
| Flange (v. t.) To make a flange on |
| Flange (v. i.) To be bent into a flange. |
| flange rim | a projection used for strength or for attaching to another object |