skimming
noun
Origin of skimming
skim
verb (used with object), skimmed, skim·ming.
verb (used without object), skimmed, skim·ming.
noun
Origin of skim
Synonyms for skim
Related Words for skimming
shave, glance, graze, skip, skitter, ricochet, dart, carom, scan, browse, ream, ladle, top, separate, scoop, brush, dip, cream, shoot, flyExamples from the Web for skimming
Contemporary Examples of skimming
Skimming a plethora of responses on weed website forums, it appears that they seldom do.
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October 15, 2013
Previous generations of retirees were skimming off the top of a rapidly growing surplus.
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March 4, 2013
Still, some campus security consultants worry backpacks are just skimming the surface of a deeper problem.
Whisk in the flour and reduce to sauce consistency, skimming occasionally and adding more stock as necessary.
Historical Examples of skimming
Cover them with water, and stew it slowly for an hour, skimming it well.
Directions for Cookery, in its Various BranchesEliza Leslie
Keep the lid close, except when you are skimming off the fat.
Directions for Cookery, in its Various BranchesEliza Leslie
Keep the pan closely covered, except when you are skimming it.
Directions for Cookery, in its Various BranchesEliza Leslie
Skim them well, and keep the kettle covered when you are not skimming.
Directions for Cookery, in its Various BranchesEliza Leslie
Boil it slowly for two or three hours, skimming it carefully.
Directions for Cookery, in its Various BranchesEliza Leslie