scaling

[skey-ling]

noun

Dentistry.

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

Other Word Forms

• nonscaling adjective
• unscaling adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of scaling¹

scale ¹ + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

The attackers "engaged police personnel on duty in a gun duel" before scaling the perimeter fence and seizing the students from their hostel, a statement said.

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Longer coherence time directly supports scaling and more reliable error correction.

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Traditional droplet electricity generators, however, often struggle with low efficiency, heavy components, and limited potential for scaling up.

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The 59-year-old is stepping down after more than a decade at the helm of America's largest retailer, a period when it successfully expanded its online operations, while scaling back riskier international units.

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Sallenave said the Chime survey found that younger generations — millennials and Gen Z members — are particularly adept at scaling back or making other changes when planning gatherings to ensure a fun but affordable Thanksgiving.

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