Associations to the word «Skiving»
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Wiktionary
SKIVE, noun. The iron lap used by diamond polishers in finishing the facets of the gem.
SKIVE, verb. To pare or shave off the rough or thick parts of (hides or leather).
SKIVE, verb. (British) To avoid one's lessons or, sometimes, work. Chiefly at school or university.
SKIVE OFF, verb. (UK) (informal) To skive; to play truant; to slack off.
Dictionary definition
SKIVE, verb. Remove the surface of; "skive leather".
Wise words
The chief difference between words and deeds is that words
are always intended for men for their approbation, but deeds
can be done only for God.