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Skimming

Yes, skimming is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 17 points in Scrabble.

What does skimming mean?

noun

  1. the act of removing floating material from the surface of a liquid
  2. reading or glancing through quickly
  3. failure to declare income in order to avoid paying taxes on it

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for skimming

Word facts

Letters8
Vowels / consonants2 / 6
Scrabble points17
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of skimming

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters SKIMMING.

Words you can make from skimming

Unscramble SKIMMING for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is skimming a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Skimming is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

How many points is skimming worth in Scrabble?

Skimming is worth 17 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does skimming mean?

Skimming means: the act of removing floating material from the surface of a liquid.