Scum; the thich matter that forms on the surface of a liquor.

To take off the thick gross matter which separates from any liquid substance and collects on the surface; as, to skim milk by taking off the cream.

To take off by skimming; as, to skim cream.

To pass near the surface; to brush the surface slightly.

To pass lightly; to glide along in an even smooth course, or without flapping; as, an eagle or hawk skims along the etherial regions.

To glide along near the surface; to pass lightly.

To hasten over superficially or with slight attention. They skim over a science in a superficial survey.