skimming
|skim/ming|
B2
/ˈskɪmɪŋ/
(skim)
remove surface
Etymology
Etymology Information
'skim' originates from Old Norse, specifically the word 'skima,' where 'skima' meant 'to shine faintly.'
Historical Evolution
'skima' transformed into the Middle English word 'skimen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'skim.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to shine faintly,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to remove a substance from the surface of a liquid.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of reading something quickly or superficially.
A quick skimming of the report revealed several errors.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45