What does SKIMS mean?

Parts of Speech

Skims is a verb.

Definitions

1. To remove floating matter from the surface of a liquid.
2. To read or glance through quickly.

Pronunciations

US: /skɪmz/ (skimz)
UK: /skɪmz/ (skimz)

Origin and Usage

The word "skims" originates from the Middle English word "skymen" meaning to skim. It has been in use since the 14th century. In modern usage, "skims" is commonly used in cooking to describe the process of removing the surface layer of liquid, such as cream, from a liquid mixture. It is also used to describe a quick reading or glance through of a document or text.

Synonyms

1. Remove
2. Scoop
3. Glance
4. Scan
5. Browse

Related Words

1. Skies
2. Skids
3. Skirt
4. Skill
5. Skint

Example Sentences

1. She skims the cream from the top of the milk before making the sauce.
2. He skims through the newspaper every morning before work.
3. The chef skims the soup to remove excess fat.
4. She skims the book to get an idea of the plot before reading it thoroughly.
5. He skims the surface of the water with his hand as he swims.