skim

skim · verb

imported

Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    To remove a substance from the surface of a liquid.

  2. 2.

    To move quickly and lightly over a surface.

  3. 3.

    To read or look at quickly.

Related words

Antonyms: examine, study
See also: browse, glide, scan
Synonyms: browse, glide, scan

Etymology

From Old French escumer ("to remove scum").