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Topic: Technology

scalable

IPA: /ˈskeɪbəl/

KK: /ˈskeɪbəl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be increased in size or capacity without losing performance or quality.

Example: The software is scalable, allowing it to handle more users as the business grows.

scalably

IPA: /ˈskeɪləblɪ/

KK: /ˈskeɪləblɪ/

adverb

Definition: In a way that allows for growth or expansion without losing performance or efficiency.

Example: The software can be scaled up to handle more users scalably.

scaler

IPA: /ˈskeɪlər/

KK: /ˈskeɪlər/

noun

Definition: A device or tool used to adjust or measure something, often in electronics or dentistry.

Example: The dentist used a scaler to clean my teeth and remove plaque.

scaling

IPA: /ˈskeɪlɪŋ/

KK: /ˈskeɪlɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of measuring or adjusting the size of something, often in relation to a scale or proportion.

Example: The scaling of the model allowed us to see how it would look in real life.

verb

Definition: To increase or decrease in size, amount, or degree, often in proportion to something else.

Example: The company is scaling its operations to meet the growing demand.

scan

IPA: /skæn/

KK: /skæn/

intransitive verb

Definition: To look quickly over something in order to find information or to check for something.

Example: I will scan the document for any errors before submitting it.

noun

Definition: A process of examining something closely or a picture made by using a scanner.

Example: The doctor reviewed the scan to check for any abnormalities.

transitive verb

Definition: To look at or examine something carefully, often using a device to capture an image or data.

Example: The doctor will scan the patient's body to check for any issues.

scannable

IPA: /ˈskænəbl/

KK: /ˈskænəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be quickly read or examined, often referring to text or images that are easy to scan visually.

Example: The brochure was designed to be scannable, making it easy for readers to find important information quickly.

scanned

IPA: /skænd/

KK: /skænd/

adjective

Definition: Converted to a digital format using a device that captures images or text.

Example: The scanned document was sent via email.

verb

Definition: To look at something carefully in order to find information or to check for something.

Example: She scanned the document for any errors before submitting it.

scanner

IPA: /ˈskænər/

KK: /ˈskænər/

noun

Definition: A device that reads or captures information from documents, images, or objects, often used for digitizing or analyzing data.

Example: I used a scanner to digitize my old photographs.

schema

IPA: /ˈskiːmə/

KK: /ˈskiːmə/

noun

Definition: A structured plan or outline that helps to organize information or ideas.

Example: The teacher provided a schema to help students understand the complex topic.

schematic

IPA: //skɪˈmætɪk//

KK: /skɪˈmætɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a plan or diagram that shows how something works or is organized.

Example: The engineer presented a schematic diagram of the new bridge design.

noun

Definition: A drawing or diagram that shows the structure or arrangement of something, often used in technical fields like engineering or electronics.

Example: The engineer presented a schematic of the new circuit design to the team.

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