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skimmer
noun skim·mer \ˈski-mər\
: a spoon with holes in it that is used by cooks for skimming things
Full Definition of SKIMMER
2
: any of a small genus (Rynchops) of long-winged marine birds that have the lower mandible longer than the upper
3
: a usually straw flat-crowned hat with a wide straight brim
4
: a fitted sleeveless dress with a usually flaring skirt
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First Known Use of SKIMMER
14th century
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