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Skimmington (noun) means someone who mimics their erring husband or wife in a public parade, meant to mock them.

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Someone who mimics their erring husband or wife in a public parade, meant to mock them.

A mocking public parade held to make fun of someone's misbehaving husband or wife.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Rhymes for skimmington

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What is the meaning of skimmington?

"skimmington" (noun) means someone who mimics their erring husband or wife in a public parade, meant to mock them.

What are the different meanings of skimmington?

"skimmington" has 2 main meanings: 1. Someone who mimics their erring husband or wife in a public parade, meant to mock them; 2. A mocking public parade held to make fun of someone's misbehaving husband or wife.