Meaning of the word skimmer in English
What does skimmer mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
skimmer
US /ˈskɪm.ɚ/
UK /ˈskɪm.ər/
Noun
1.
a utensil with a perforated scoop or a flat perforated disc, used for skimming fat from the surface of a liquid or lifting solid particles from a liquid
Example:
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She used a skimmer to remove the foam from the soup.
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A pool skimmer helps keep the water clean by collecting debris.
2.
a person who reads or looks through something quickly and superficially
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He's a quick skimmer, so he can get through a lot of articles in a short time.
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The professor advised us not to be mere skimmers of the textbook.