scaler

See also: scâler

English

scalers (sense 5)

Etymology

scale + -er

Pronunciation

  • Rhymes: -eɪlə(ɹ)

Noun

scaler (plural scalers)

  1. An electronic circuit that aggregates many signals into one.
  2. An electronic or computer system that adjusts the size of a signal or graphic to fit on a screen etc.
  3. One who scales.
    The explorer was renowned as a scaler of the world's tallest mountains.
  4. A tool or device for scaling fish.
    Synonym: descaler
  5. (dentistry) A dentistry tool with two hooks.

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