Meaning of the word "small scale" in English

What does "small scale" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

small scale

US /ˈsmɔːl skeɪl/
UK /ˈsmɔːl skeɪl/

Adjective

limited in extent or scope; not large-scale

Example:
The company started with a small-scale operation.
They conducted a small-scale experiment to test the hypothesis.