English · Phrasal verb Candidate

scale off

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Meaning · English

Where it’s used: Used American English

Perhaps the surface of the red brick, long unpainted, had scaled off a little more here and there.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “scale off” mean?

To peel off

Is “scale off” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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