Skimmer (Noun)
Meaning 1
A cooking utensil used to skim fat from the surface of liquids.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 3
A stiff hat made of straw with a flat crown.
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Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 4
Gull-like seabird that flies along the surface of the water with an elongated lower mandible immersed to skim out food.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The skimmer glided effortlessly across the surface of the calm sea, its lower beak slicing through the water to catch small fish.
- As the sun set over the ocean, a flock of skimmers descended upon the waves, their distinctive calls filling the air.
- The skimmer's unique feeding technique allowed it to catch fish that other birds couldn't, making it a valuable addition to the ecosystem.
- Conservationists were thrilled to spot a group of skimmers nesting on a remote island, a sign that the species was thriving in the area.
- As the boat sailed through the estuary, a lone skimmer flew alongside, its black and white feathers glistening in the sunlight.