SCALA

Etymology

Noun

Scala (uncountable)

A statically typed functional programming language.

Anagrams

• AACSL, Calas, Casal, calas, casal

Etymology

Noun

scala (plural scalas or scalae)

Ladder; sequence.

(anatomy) Ladder-like structure in the cochlea of a mammal's ear.

A machine formerly used for reducing dislocations of the humerus.

Anagrams

• AACSL, Calas, Casal, calas, casal

Source: Wiktionary


Sca"la, n.; pl. Scalæ. Etym: [L., a ladder.]

1. (Surg.)

Definition: A machine formerly employed for reducing dislocations of the humerus.

2. (Anat.)

Definition: A term applied to any one of the three canals of the cochlea.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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