scaling (B1)

verb (gerund)

Pronunciation: /ˈskeɪlɪŋ/

Definition

Removing the scales from a fish.

Examples

• The fisherman spent the afternoon scaling the trout he caught.

• It's important to do a thorough job of scaling the fish to avoid any remaining scales.

• Scaling the fish is a necessary step before filleting it.

How to Use scaling

scaling up (phrasal verb)

To increase the size, amount, or importance of something. — "The business is scaling up rapidly."

scaling down (phrasal verb)

To reduce the size, amount, or importance of something. — "They had to scale down their plans for the new building."

scaling of (prepositional phrase)

The act or process of removing scales from something, especially a fish. — "The scaling of the fish is a crucial step in preparing it for cooking."

scaling to (prepositional phrase)

Adjusting something to a particular size or level. — "The architect is scaling the drawing to a 1:50 ratio."

Synonyms of scaling

Words with a similar meaning to scaling:

• cleaning
• preparing
• trimming
• gutting

Antonyms of scaling

Words with the opposite meaning to scaling:

• coating
• breading

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