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Definition of scrimshaw in English: scrimshawverbˈskrɪmʃɔːˈskrɪmˌʃɔ [with object]Adorn ivory or shells with carved or coloured designs. the scrimshawed jewellery and antique furniture on sale Example sentencesExamples - It has been scrimshawed and carved by the hand of this talented carver.
- While he was scrimshawing it, he was reminded of a puzzling question which of course I don't know the answer to.
- Some sea shells, such as abalone, have been scrimshawed and horn, particularly cattle horn, is also scrimshawed.
nounˈskrɪmʃɔːˈskrɪmˌʃɔ mass nounScrimshawed ivory or shells. a collection of scrimshaw Example sentencesExamples - While collectors do appreciate the potential investment value of scrimshaw, that is not usually their primary reason for acquiring it.
- Right now I currently do scrimshaw and other artwork.
- Pictured below are a several scrimshaw pieces that we have SOLD from our extensive inventory of antique scrimshaw.
- Nonetheless, there were interesting antique collectibles bought, such as scrimshaw you see once and don't see again.
- In their leisure time, though, whalemen often practised the art of scrimshaw, creating unique and beautiful works of art as well as practical and useful tools and implements.
- History buffs and art lovers will find much to savor including scrimshaw at this noteworthy museum.
Origin Early 19th century: of unknown origin; perhaps influenced by the surname Scrimshaw. Definition of scrimshaw in US English: scrimshawverbˈskrɪmˌʃɔˈskrimˌSHô [with object]Adorn (whalebone, ivory, shells, or other materials) with carved or colored designs. Example sentencesExamples - It has been scrimshawed and carved by the hand of this talented carver.
- While he was scrimshawing it, he was reminded of a puzzling question which of course I don't know the answer to.
- Some sea shells, such as abalone, have been scrimshawed and horn, particularly cattle horn, is also scrimshawed.
nounˈskrɪmˌʃɔˈskrimˌSHô Scrimshawed ivory or shells. Example sentencesExamples - While collectors do appreciate the potential investment value of scrimshaw, that is not usually their primary reason for acquiring it.
- In their leisure time, though, whalemen often practised the art of scrimshaw, creating unique and beautiful works of art as well as practical and useful tools and implements.
- Right now I currently do scrimshaw and other artwork.
- History buffs and art lovers will find much to savor including scrimshaw at this noteworthy museum.
- Pictured below are a several scrimshaw pieces that we have SOLD from our extensive inventory of antique scrimshaw.
- Nonetheless, there were interesting antique collectibles bought, such as scrimshaw you see once and don't see again.
Origin Early 19th century: of unknown origin; perhaps influenced by the surname Scrimshaw. |