[skrim-shaw] 
| 1. | a carved or engraved article, esp. of whale ivory, whalebone, walrus tusks, or the like, made by whalers as a leisure occupation. |
| 2. | such articles or work collectively. |
| 3. | the art or technique of carving or engraving whale ivory, whalebone, walrus tusks, etc. |
| 4. | to produce scrimshaw. |
| 5. | to carve or engrave (whale ivory or whalebone) into scrimshaw. |
| scrim·shaw (skrĭm'shô') n. pl. scrimshaw or scrim·shaws
tr. & intr.v. To decorate (whale ivory or whalebone) with intricate carvings or designs or make such designs. [Probably from scrimshander.] |