Shimming: meaning, definitions and examples

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shimming

 

[ หˆสƒษชmษชล‹ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

construction technique

Shimming refers to the process of using thin pieces of material, known as shims, to fill small gaps or spaces between objects. This technique is commonly employed in construction and carpentry to ensure that items such as doors, windows, and cabinets are level and secure. Shimming can also be used to achieve proper alignment and spacing in machinery, providing support and stability. The use of shims helps in avoiding structural issues that may arise from uneven surfaces.

Synonyms

alignment, filling, support

Examples of usage

  • The carpenters used shimming to ensure the door was perfectly aligned.
  • Shimming was necessary to lift the heavy machinery off the uneven floor.
  • After installing the window, they needed shimming to fill the gaps.
  • Proper shimming can prevent future issues with settling buildings.

Translations

Translations of the word "shimming" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น shimmying

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเคฟเคฎเคฟเค‚เค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Shimmying

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ shimming

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัˆั–ะผั–ะฝะณ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ shimming

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ทใƒŸใƒณใ‚ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท shimming

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ shimming

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท shimming

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์…”๋ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุดูŠู…ู†ุฌ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ shimming

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ shimming

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅžซ็‰‡

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ shimming

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ shimming

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆั–ะผะผะธะฝะณ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒจแƒ˜แƒ›แƒ˜แƒœแƒ’แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ shimming

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ shimming

Etymology

The term 'shim' originates from the Old English word 'scyme', which means 'a thin piece of material used to support or fill a gap'. This word has evolved over centuries, with its first known usage in the 14th century. As construction techniques advanced, the concept of shimming became integral to various trades such as carpentry and masonry. The terminology expanded to include various applications in mechanics and engineering. Today, shimming is an essential practice in ensuring precision and stability in construction and manufacturing processes.