Homonym: Skim (Reading)
Skim is a reading technique that involves quickly glancing through a text to identify its main ideas and key points without reading every word. This method is useful for efficiently gathering information from articles, reports, or books, especially when time is limited. Skimming helps readers determine whether a text is relevant to their needs.
When skimming, readers typically focus on headings, subheadings, and highlighted or bolded text. They may also read the first and last sentences of paragraphs to capture essential information. This technique is commonly used by students, researchers, and professionals to enhance productivity and comprehension in their reading tasks.