scalable

1. A system of ordered marks at fixed intervals used as a reference standard in measurement: a ruler with scales in inches and centimeters.

2. An instrument or device bearing such marks.

3. A standard of measurement or judgment; a criterion.

4. A proportion used in determining the dimensional relationship of a representation to that which it represents: a world map with a scale of 1:4,560,000.

5. A calibrated line, as on a map or an architectural plan, indicating such a proportion.

6. Proper proportion: a house that seemed out of scale with its surroundings.

1. A proportion used in determining the dimensional relationship of a representation to that which it represents: a world map with a scale of 1:4,560,000.

2. A calibrated line, as on a map or an architectural plan, indicating such a proportion.

3. Proper proportion: a house that seemed out of scale with its surroundings.

A progressive classification, as of size, amount, importance, or rank: judging divers' performances on a scale of 1 to 10.

A relative level or degree: entertained on a lavish scale.

A minimum wage fixed by contract: musicians playing a benefit concert for scale.

Mathematics A system of notation in which the values of numerical expressions are determined by their places relative to the chosen base of the system: the decimal scale.

Music An ascending or descending collection of pitches proceeding by a specified scheme of intervals.

To climb up or over; ascend: scaled the peak.

To make in accord with a particular proportion or scale: Scale the model to be one tenth of actual size.

To alter according to a standard or by degrees; adjust in calculated amounts: scaled down their demands; scaled back the scheduled pay increase.

To estimate or measure the quantity of lumber in (logs or uncut trees).

To climb; ascend.

To rise in steps or stages.