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Shimmed: meaning, definitions and examples

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shimmed

 

[ สƒษชmd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

mechanical adjustment

To shim means to support or level something by inserting a shim, which is a thin piece of material, often made of wood, metal, or plastic. Shimming is common in construction and mechanical work to ensure stability and alignment. It can be used to replace worn components or to adjust the height of a fixture. This technique is crucial in fine-tuning machinery and ensuring the precision of installations.

Synonyms

adjust, level, support

Examples of usage

  • He shimmed the door to prevent it from squeaking.
  • The technician shimmed the engine mount for better alignment.
  • She used a shim to level the table.
  • They shimmed the window frame to ensure it was square.

Translations

Translations of the word "shimmed" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น calรงado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเคฟเคฎเฅเคก

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช unterlegt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ diberi shimming

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัˆั–ะผะพะฒะฐะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wyล›rubowany

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ทใƒ ใ‚’ๅ…ฅใ‚ŒใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท shimmed

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ shimmed

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท shimmed

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‰ฌ๋ฐ๋œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูุนูŽุฒู‘ูŽุฒ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ podloลพeno

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ podloลพenรฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅžซ็‰‡

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ podloลพeno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ shimmed

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆั‹ะผะดะฐะปา“ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒจแƒ˜แƒ›แƒ˜แƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ shimmed

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ shimmed

Etymology

The term 'shim' traces its origins back to the early 19th century, derived from the word 'shimming', which likely comes from the Old English word 'scima', meaning 'to shine' or 'to reflect', suggesting a thinness that allows light to pass through, akin to how shims are used to fill in gaps or support structures. Historically, shims were made from various materials depending on the application, such as wood for lighter tasks and metal for heavier mechanical supports. As industrial practices evolved, the use of shimming expanded into various fields like carpentry, machining, and engineering, where precision is paramount. Over time, shims became essential tools in ensuring the proper function and safety of engines, windows, doors, and many other installations, illustrating the term's important role in both construction and manufacturing.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,161, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.