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Yes, scrimshaw is playable

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"Scrimshaw" Definition

noun

A decorative article made by this art.
The art of carving or incising intricate designs on whalebone or whale ivory.
Any of various carved or engraved articles made originally by American whalers usually from baleen or whale ivory.
work.
The art, practice, or technique of producing scrimshaw.

verb-transitive

To decorate (whale ivory or whalebone) with intricate carvings or designs or make such designs.

verb

To carve or engrave into scrimshaw.
To produce scrimshaw.
Adorn ivory or shells with carved or coloured designs.

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