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scumming

/ˈskʌmɪŋ/

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noun

Accumulation d'encre collante

The accumulation of sticky ink on a plate.

Examples :

"The printing press operator cleaned the plate carefully to remove the scumming before starting the next run. "

L'opérateur de la presse a nettoyé soigneusement la plaque pour éliminer l'accumulation d'encre collante avant de lancer le tirage suivant.

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noun

Écume, crasse

(chiefly in the plural) That which is scummed off; skimmings; scum.

Examples :

"After boiling the chicken broth, she carefully removed the scummings to create a clear, flavorful soup. "

Après avoir fait bouillir le bouillon de poulet, elle a soigneusement retiré l'écume pour créer une soupe claire et savoureuse.

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noun

Exploitation, tricherie

The strategy of collecting easy rewards in unchallenging areas, e.g. when a high-level character visits levels suitable for low-level characters in roguelike games.

Examples :

"His rapid character progression was less about skill and more about relentless scumming, constantly revisiting early zones to amass trivial loot and experience. "

Sa progression rapide de personnage tenait moins de l'habileté que d'une exploitation incessante, revisitant constamment les premières zones pour amasser un butin et une expérience triviaux.

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noun

Rechargement de la sauvegarde, recommencer le jeu

The act of restoring a game's save file, or restarting the game, for the purpose of continuing play with a better outcome than was obtained the first time.

Examples :

"After failing the exam, Sarah admitted her gaming habit had transitioned to academic scumming: she'd redo assignments until she got a perfect grade. "

Après avoir échoué à l'examen, Sarah a admis que son habitude de jeu s'était transformée en « scumming » académique : elle refaisait les devoirs jusqu'à obtenir une note parfaite.

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