Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
skimmer
noun
/ˈskɪmər/
Definition
A device or tool used to remove a layer from the surface of a liquid.
Examples
- She used a skimmer to remove the foam from the soup.
- He was caught using a credit card skimmer at the gas station.
- The skimmer glided swiftly over the water.
Meaning
In various contexts, a skimmer can refer to a tool used to skim or a person who engages in skimming, often in reference to deceitful practices, such as stealing credit card information.
Synonyms
- Extractor
- Strainer
- Scanner
- Con artist (in the context of criminal activity)
