Definition of scrimshaw in English:

scrimshaw

verbˈskrɪmʃɔːˈskrɪmˌʃɔ

[with object]

Adorn ivory or shells with carved or coloured designs.
雕刻（贝壳、象牙等材料）
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 noun

Scrimshawed 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:

scrimshaw

verbˈskrɪmˌʃɔˈskrimˌSHô

[with object]

Adorn (whalebone, ivory, shells, or other materials) with carved or colored designs.
雕刻（贝壳、象牙等材料）
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.

单词	scrimshaw
释义	Definition of scrimshaw in English: scrimshaw verbˈskrɪmʃɔːˈskrɪmˌʃɔ [with object] Adorn ivory or shells with carved or coloured designs. 雕刻（贝壳、象牙等材料） 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 noun Scrimshawed 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: scrimshaw verbˈskrɪmˌʃɔˈskrimˌSHô [with object] Adorn (whalebone, ivory, shells, or other materials) with carved or colored designs. 雕刻（贝壳、象牙等材料） 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.
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