scales
/skeɪlz/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Meaning · English
A device for measuring weight.
Noun
Examples
The butcher put the sausages on the scales.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “scales” mean?
A device for measuring weight.
Is “scales” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.