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full-scale

[fool-skeyl]
–adjective
1. having the exact size or proportions of the original: a full-scale replica.
2. using all possible means, facilities, etc.; complete: The factory will commence full-scale operation next month.

Origin:
1930–35
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full-scale   (fŏŏl'skāl')
adj.  
  1. Of actual or full size; not reduced: a full-scale model.

  2. Employing all resources; not limited or partial: a full-scale campaign against the use of nuclear power plants.

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