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scantling

The correct spelling is scantling.

How to pronounce scantling

noun

IPA: /ˈskantlɪŋ/

Say it like: Sca-ntl-ing

The correct spelling is scantling. (chiefly in the plural) The set size or dimension of a piece of timber, stone etc., or materials used to build ships or aircraft.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.(chiefly in the plural) The set size or dimension of a piece of timber, stone etc., or materials used to build ships or aircraft.
  2. 2.A small portion, a scant amount.
  3. 3.A small, upright beam of timber used in construction, especially less than five inches square.
  4. 4.Timber in the form of small beams and pieces.
  5. 5.A rough draught; a crude sketch or outline.

adjective

  1. 1.Not plentiful; small; scanty.

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