scalesfigurative
Scales figurative refers to the use of the word "scales" in a non-literal, metaphorical, or idiomatic sense. While the primary meaning of scales relates to devices for measuring weight or the bony plates covering a fish or reptile, figurative uses expand its application to represent a range of concepts.
One common figurative use of scales is to describe balance or proportion. For example, one might say
Another figurative meaning involves measuring or assessing something. Phrases like "weighing the pros and cons" or
The word "scales" can also refer to a range or spectrum, particularly in contexts of measurement or