GRE Word List

SKIM

to clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance

The meaning of the word skim is to clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance.

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WordMeaning
odiousarousing or deserving hatred or repugnance : hateful
putridbeing in a state of putrefaction : rotten
hindmostfarthest to the rear : last
omniscienthaving infinite awareness, understanding, and insight
hivea container for housing honeybees
prehensileadapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around
untowarddifficult to guide, manage, or work with : unruly
clichea trite phrase or expression
transcendentaltranscendent
wearyexhausted in strength, endurance, vigor, or freshness