물고기나 파충류처럼 비늘로 덮여 있거나 비늘 모양인.
Covered with or composed of scales, like those of a fish or reptile.
예문:
"The biologist examined the scaly texture of the snake's belly."
"Ancient fish fossils often show well-preserved scaly patterns."
피부가 건조하여 작은 조각으로 벗겨지거나 각질이 일어나는 상태.
Characterized by dry, flaky patches of skin that peel off in small pieces.
예문:
"The winter air left her shins dry and scaly."
"A scaly scalp can sometimes be a symptom of a fungal infection."
배관이나 용기 내부에 광물질이나 물때가 층을 이루어 쌓인.
Coated with a hard, mineral deposit or limescale, often inside pipes or containers.
예문:
"The plumber replaced the scaly heating element in the boiler."
"Hard water caused a scaly layer to form inside the tea kettle."
경멸받을 만하거나 성격이 인색하고 치사한.
Deserving of contempt; mean, stingy, or shabby in character.
예문:
"It was a scaly trick to leave your friend with the entire bill."
"No one liked the scaly manager who refused to give any bonuses."