scaler

/ˈskælər/

Definitions

1. noun

a person or thing that scales

“The software engineer worked as a 3D model scaler for the video game company.”

2. noun

an instrument for scaling, especially for measuring the size of objects by comparing them with a scale

“The archaeologist used a precision scaler to measure the length of the ancient stone wall.”

3. verb

to increase or decrease the size of something, especially in digital images

“The software scaler adjusted the image resolution to fit the screen.”

4. verb

to classify or rank something in a particular way

“The recruiter will scale the candidates based on their qualifications.”

Synonyms

  • classifier
  • resizer
  • scale

Antonyms

  • downsizer
  • reducer