skim
skim
skɪm
skim
/skˈɪm/

Definition & Meaning of "skim"in English

to skim
01

to lightly and quickly move over a surface

Intransitive: to skim somewhere
to skim definition and meaning
Examples
The skater managed to skim effortlessly across the thin layer of ice.
1.1

to cause something to lightly and quickly move over a surface

Complex Transitive: to skim sth somewhere
Examples
The pilot skillfully skimmed the airplane over the clouds, giving the passengers a breathtaking view from above.
02

to move swiftly over a surface, making minimal contact or barely touching it

Transitive: to skim a surface
to skim definition and meaning
Examples
The skipping rope in the hands of the playful child would intermittently skim the ground as they jumped with joy.
03

to remove a substance, such as foam or fat, from the surface of a liquid or object, typically by gently scooping or brushing it off

Transitive: to skim a substance or particle from sth | to skim a substance or particle off sth
to skim definition and meaning
Examples
The chef decided to skim the impurities from the soup, ensuring a clear and flavorful broth.
04

to quickly read through a text, focusing on key information and main points rather than delving into details

Transitive: to skim a text
Examples
With limited time before the exam, she decided to skim the textbook to grasp the essential concepts.
05

to throw a flat stone horizontally over the surface of water in a manner that allows it to bounce multiple times

Transitive: to skim a stone
Examples
With a flick of his wrist, Jake managed to skim the perfect flat stone across the pond.
06

to cover a surface with a thin layer of coating

Transitive: to skim a surface
Examples
After simmering the soup, a delicate layer of fat began to skim the surface.
07

to briefly address or handle a subject with only a cursory overview

Transitive: to skim a topic
Examples
During the meeting, the manager decided to skim the budgetary issues, focusing only on the key figures.
08

to illegally copy information from a credit card to use it without permission

Examples
Someone skimmed my card at the store.
Skim
01

the act of going through text rapidly to get the main ideas

Examples
I gave the report a quick skim before the meeting.
02

a light layer or coating floating on the surface

Examples
A skim of cream floated on the milk.
01

(of dairy products) having the cream removed

Examples
I prefer skim milk in my coffee.
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