Scumming Definition

noun

(printing) The accumulation of sticky ink on a plate.

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(chiefly in the plural) That which is scummed off; skimmings; scum.

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(video games, derogatory) 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.

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(video games, derogatory) The act of restoring a game's save file for the purpose of continuing play with a better outcome than was obtained the first time.
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Other Word Forms of Scumming

Noun

Singular:
scumming
Plural:
scummings

Origin of Scumming

  • Probably from skimming, modified by the derogatory sense of scum.

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  • From scum.

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