Shammied: meaning, definitions and examples
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shammied
[ ˈʃæmi ]
informal use
To shammied means to wipe or dry someone or something with a shammy, a type of absorbent cloth made from leather. It is often used in contexts where one is cleaning or polishing surfaces, particularly automobiles or other shiny surfaces. The act is generally associated with a thorough cleaning process, where the shammy is used to remove water, dust, or other residues, leaving a smooth, polished finish. This term is relatively informal and is primarily used in certain dialects or regions.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- I shammied my car after washing it.
- He shammied the countertop to make it shine.
- After the rain, I shammied my bike to protect it from rust.
Translations
Translations of the word "shammied" in other languages:
🇵🇹 engana
🇮🇳 धोखा दिया
🇩🇪 täuschen
🇮🇩 menipu
🇺🇦 обманути
🇵🇱 oszukać
🇯🇵 欺く
🇫🇷 tromper
🇪🇸 engañar
🇹🇷 aldatmak
🇰🇷 속이다
🇸🇦 يخدع
🇨🇿 podvést
🇸🇰 oklamať
🇨🇳 欺骗
🇸🇮 prevarati
🇮🇸 svíkja
🇰🇿 алдау
🇬🇪 მოატყუო
🇦🇿 aldatmaq
🇲🇽 engañar
Etymology
The term 'shammied' originates from the word 'shammy,' which is derived from the late Middle English 'shamie' or 'shammy leather.' Shammy leather itself comes from a type of soft leather made from the skin of a female sheep, commonly known as 'sheep shammies.' This leather is prized for its ability to absorb water easily without leaving streaks, which made it perfect for polishing surfaces. Over time, 'shammy' became a general term for any absorbent cloth, especially those used for cleaning and drying vehicles. As usage evolved, the verb form 'shammied' emerged in informal settings, primarily in the context of cleaning, demonstrating the product's applicability in everyday tasks.