scalare

noun

sca·​la·​re skə-ˈler-ē How to pronounce scalare (audio)
-ˈlär-

Word History

Etymology

New Latin, specific epithet, from Latin, neuter of scalaris; from the barred pattern on its body

First Known Use

1928, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of scalare was in 1928

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Cite this Entry

“Scalare.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scalare. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

scalare

noun
sca·​la·​re skə-ˈla(ə)r-ē How to pronounce scalare (audio)
-ˈle(ə)r-,
-ˈlär-
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