Definitions for: Scaling

[n] ascent by or as if by a ladder
[n] act of measuring or arranging or adjusting according to a scale
[n] the act of arranging in a graduated series

Webster (1913) Definition: Scal"ing (sk[=a]l"[i^]ng), a.
1. Adapted for removing scales, as from a fish; as, a scaling
knife; adapted for removing scale, as from the interior of
a steam boiler; as, a scaling hammer, bar, etc.

2. Serving as an aid in clambering; as, a scaling ladder,
used in assaulting a fortified place.

Synonyms: grading

See Also: climb, escalade, measure, measurement, measuring, mensuration, mount, order, ordering, scalage

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