scumming

Valid in Scrabble

Scrabble points
15
Words With Friends
21
Letters
8
Pronunciation
/ˈskʌmɪŋ/

Definition of scumming

4 senses · 1 part of speech · etymology included

noun

  1. The accumulation of sticky ink on a plate.
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noun

  1. The accumulation of sticky ink on a plate.
  2. (in-plural)That which is scummed off; skimmings; scum.
  3. (derogatory, uncountable)The strategy of collecting easy rewards in unchallenging areas, e.g. when a high-level character visits levels suitable for low-level characters in roguelike games.
  4. (derogatory, uncountable)The act of restoring a game's save file, or restarting the game, for the purpose of continuing play with a better outcome than was obtained the first time.

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Etymology

From scum + -ing.

Anagrams of scumming

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