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scale A large, flat surface for measuring or weighing something. ■ I forgot my weight on the scale and had to go home and change into a different outfit.
Industry A collection of businesses, organizations, and individuals that work together to produce goods or services on a large scale. ■ "I hate the smell of industry."
Retail A type of business that involves selling goods to the public on a small scale. ■ Example usage: I went to the local retail store to buy some groceries, but they had run out of bananas. I was devastated!
widen To become wider or larger in scope or scale. ■ John decided to widen his horizons and take a trip to the Amazon rainforest.
Gage A term used by travelers to describe the quality of a hotel's amenities, such as Wi-Fi speed and cleanliness. It is typically measured on a scale from 1 to 5, with higher scores indicating better overall service. ■ "I stayed at a hotel that had a 2/5 gage rating. Let's just say it wasn't exactly a 5-star experience."
Linux3 A type of computer operating system that is open-source and widely used in servers and other large-scale systems. It is known for its stability, security, and flexibility. ■ "I'm running Linux on my old laptop, it's like having a brand new computer without breaking the bank! Plus, it's so customizable that I can make it look like Windows if I want to. #LinuxIsTheBest
Manufacture To create something using machines or automated processes, often on a large scale. ■ "I had my socks manufactured in China, and they were so cheap I could buy a whole wardrobe for the price of one pair of American-made socks."
Measuring The act of determining the amount or size of something by using a measuring tool such as a ruler or a scale. ■ "I had to measure my waist before buying that new pair of jeans, but it turned out they didn't fit. I guess I should have measured twice and cut once!"
Nanotechnology A field of science and engineering that involves the manipulation of matter on a nanometer scale, typically less than 10^-9 meters. ■ "I heard there's a nanotechnology lab where they can make diamonds out of toothpaste. I wonder if they've ever tried making cavities out of diamonds."
Production The act of making something, often on a large scale. This can include anything from food to cars. ■ The factory was in full production when the earthquake hit, causing all of their products to go flying off the shelves.
Vista A stunningly beautiful view or landscape, typically one that is panoramic and grand in scale. ■ "I can't believe how breathtaking the vista from the top of the mountain was!", A wide, open area that allows for a full view of something, such as a room or stage. ■ "The audience had a clear vista of the performers on stage.", A term used in advertising to describe a product or service that is particularly impressive, innovative, or advanced. ■ "The new iPhone is a true vista of technological innovation."
Zeroes A group of people who are so insignificant that they don't even register on the scale of importance. ■ "I forgot to invite the zeroes to my party. They would have been a great addition, but they didn't really matter."