What is another word for scalings?
Pronunciation: [skˈe͡ɪlɪŋz] (IPA) 
Scalings are the fragments of material that are left behind after a process of scraping or peeling. There are several synonyms for the term scalings including debris, residue, flotsam, and jetsam. Other synonyms for scalings include leavings, scrapings, detritus, litter, and remnants. The term "scouring" can also be used to describe the process of removing scalings. Interestingly, the word originates from the Old Norse word "skal" which means a small bowl or cup. The term scalings is commonly used in industries such as construction, manufacturing, and mining to describe the material that is removed during these processes.
