noun
Uncommon
scaling
SKAY-lihng
Scaling (noun) means the act of climbing something, especially a steep surface. Example: “The scaling of the north face took the team three days.”
noun
1
The act of climbing something, especially a steep surface.
"The scaling of the north face took the team three days."
"The scaling of the cliff was dangerous and needed plenty of rope."
"Scaling the tall wall in the gym is great exercise for beginners."
2
The process of increasing or adjusting something in proportion to demand or size.
"Scaling the app to handle millions of users required a new server setup."
"Scaling up production was easy once the bakery hired more staff."
"Cloud tools make scaling a website during busy periods much simpler."
3
The build-up of a hard mineral layer, or the process of removing it, on a surface such as teeth or pipes.
"The dentist recommended a scaling to remove the tartar buildup."
"Scaling in the kettle means it takes longer to boil."
"The hygienist said my teeth needed a scaling and a polish."
How to use scaling
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishCovers climbing, resizing/growing a process or system, and removing built-up mineral deposits.
Common pairings
scaling issues
dental scaling
scaling a wall
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Etymology
From the verb "scale" plus "-ing."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for scaling
healing
sealing
dealing
whaling
dialing
stealing
exhaling
inhaling
pedaling
annealing
appealing
revealing
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Frequently asked questions
What does “scaling” mean?
The word “scaling” means the act of climbing something, especially a steep surface. In plain terms, covers climbing, resizing/growing a process or system, and removing built-up mineral deposits.
How do you pronounce “scaling”?
“Scaling” is pronounced SKAY-lihng (/ˈskeɪlɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “scaling” in a sentence?
Here is “scaling” used in a sentence: “The scaling of the north face took the team three days.”
What part of speech is “scaling”?
“Scaling” is a noun.
Is “scaling” a common word?
“Scaling” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “scaling” have?
“Scaling” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of climbing something, especially a steep surface.
What is the difference between scaling and scale?
Scale is the base word that can mean size, proportion, or the physical act of climbing, while scaling is the noun form describing the ongoing process of climbing, resizing, or adjusting something. Scaling emphasizes the action or process rather than a fixed measurement.
What is dental scaling?
Dental scaling refers to the process of removing a hard mineral build-up, known as tartar or calculus, from the surface of teeth. It is a routine cleaning procedure performed to prevent gum disease.
