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scrimshaw

/ˈskɹɪmʃɔː/
Meanings
  • noun

    Decorative carvings or engravings made on whalebone, ivory, or other materials, especially during long voyages at sea.

    - "The sailor spent hours creating intricate scrimshaw designs on the whalebone."
    - "Scrimshaw was a popular pastime for sailors during long voyages at sea."
Pronunciation
  1. /ˈskɹɪmʃɔː/



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Rhymes
Words rhyming with scrimshaw
crime lime , prime time , dime dime
Variants
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scrimshaw , scrimshawed , scrimshawing , scrimshaws
Etymology
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From the English word 'scrimshaw' which is believed to have originated from the Old English word 'scriman' meaning 'to scratch' or 'to carve' and the Middle English word 'shaw' meaning 'table' or 'board'.

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  1. Scrimshaw was a popular art form among sailors during the 18th and 19th centuries.

  2. Scrimshaw was often used to create decorative items such as combs, whistles, and gaming pieces.

  3. The most valuable scrimshaw pieces are those that feature intricate designs and detailed craftsmanship.

  4. Scrimshaw was also used as a form of currency among sailors, with the most intricate and beautiful pieces being highly valued.

Related Concepts
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  1. Whalebone carving: A type of scrimshaw that is made on whalebone. Whalebone carvings were popular among sailors during the 18th and 19th centuries, and were often used to create decorative items such as combs, whistles, and gaming pieces.

  2. Ivory carving: A type of scrimshaw that is made on ivory. Ivory carvings were also popular among sailors during long voyages at sea, and were often used to create intricate designs on items such as boxes, figurines, and other decorative objects.

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Scrimshaw was a popular art form among sailors during long voyages at sea. It was often used to pass the time and to create decorative items such as combs, whistles, and gaming pieces. Scrimshaw was also used to create intricate designs on whalebone and ivory, which were highly valued for their beauty and craftsmanship.

How to Memorize "scrimshaw"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a sailor carving intricate designs into a piece of whalebone.
    - Visualize the intricate patterns and designs that can be created through scrimshaw.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'scrimshaw' with intricate carvings and long sea voyages.
    - Think of sailors passing the time by creating beautiful designs on whalebone or ivory.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym SCRIMSHAW to remember the meaning: Sea Carvings Resulting In Masterful Handiwork And Workmanship.

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