scaling
Pronunciation: [ˈskeɪlɪŋ]
Word
Context: “size adjustment”
(verb) to change the size of something, like making it bigger or smaller. Imagine when you resize a picture on the computer. That's scaling.
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She is scaling the photo to fit the frame perfectly.
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He didn't scale the image correctly, so it looked blurry.
Example
Can you help me with scaling this chart to make it easier to read?
Context: “measuring size”
(noun) a model or tool that helps to understand the size of something compared to something else. For example, a map uses scaling to show distances.
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The scaling on this map helps me see how far the cities are from each other.
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Without proper scaling, the map is not very useful for understanding distance.
Example
What scaling did you use to create the model of the building?
Context: “climbing”
(noun) the activity of climbing up something tall, like a mountain or a wall. It's like when you and your friends climb a rock wall.
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Scaling the rock face was challenging, but we all made it to the top.
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They decided against scaling the mountain due to bad weather.
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Have you ever tried scaling a steep hill?
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