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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

shims

/ʃɪmz/ noun · British & US
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What does shims mean?

noun

Thin pieces of material used to fill gaps or spaces, typically made of wood, plastic, or metal. Shims are often used to level or adjust the position of objects.

Example

"The carpenter used shims to level the table legs and ensure it was perfectly flat."

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