Word: scaleproof
Part of speech: Adjective
Syllables: sca
le
proof
Definition: Resistant to the buildup of scale (the mineral deposit).
Morphemes:
Affix: scale
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To remove the scales of.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: scāla
Language: la
Decoded: scala
PoS: Noun
Meaning: stairs (flight of steps)
Affix: -proof
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form adjectives denoting an impervious or impenetrable quality.