scaling
|scal-ing|
B2
/ˈskeɪlɪŋ/
(scale)
measurement or climbing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'scale' originates from the Latin word 'scala', meaning 'ladder' or 'stair'.
Historical Evolution
'scala' transformed into the Old French word 'escalier', and eventually became the modern English word 'scale'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'ladder' or 'stair', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to climb' or 'to measure'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of removing scale or scaling from a surface.
The scaling of the teeth is necessary for good oral hygiene.
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Verb 1
present participle of 'scale', meaning to climb or ascend.
They are scaling the mountain to reach the summit.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41