Synonyms

scaling

American

[skey-ling] / ˈskeɪ lɪŋ /

noun

Dentistry.

the removal of calculus and other deposits on the teeth by means of instruments.

Other Word Forms

nonscaling adjective
unscaling adjective

Etymology

Origin of scaling

scale ¹ + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

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“We believe Mobileye Drive technology has meaningful scaling advantages over the competition and look forward to continued strong execution over the course of 2026,” the company said in a statement.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026

Leaders in the area are distinguished by the size of their financial investment, the quality of their data and their governance protocols to support scaling AI across the organization.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

This scaling effect creates a growing risk of overheating, which has important implications for how these species survive and where they can live.

From Science Daily • Apr. 18, 2026

"We discussed opportunities for collaboration, as well as shared approaches and protocols to address the challenges associated with scaling this technology," the White House said.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

A breeze blows through the alley, pushing me to one side, and I think of scaling the Ferris wheel with Tobias.

From "Insurgent" by Veronica Roth

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