1. to remove scale or mineral deposits from (a surface, appliance, or object)
Usage: transitive verb; common in household and industrial contexts

Examples

• You should descale your coffee maker every few months to keep it working properly.
• Hard water can build up inside pipes, so it's important to descale them regularly.
• The plumber used a special solution to descale the kettle.
• Descaling the shower head will improve water pressure.
• I need to descale my dishwasher to remove the mineral buildup.