descale (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: [diːˈskeɪl]

Definition

To remove scale, a hard, chalky deposit, from pipes, boilers, or appliances.

Examples

• You should descale your kettle every few months to keep it working efficiently.

• The plumber was called to descale the industrial water heater.

• Vinegar is a common household item used to descale coffee machines.

How to Use descale

descale something (collocation)

To remove scale from an object or system. — "It's important to descale your washing machine periodically."

Synonyms of descale

Words with a similar meaning to descale:

• clean
• purify
• decalcify

Antonyms of descale

Words with the opposite meaning to descale:

• scale
• foul

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