king-sized

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king-size

[king-sahyz]

–adjective

1.	larger or longer than the usual size.

2.	(of a bed) extra large, usually measuring between 76 and 78 in. (193 and 198 cm) wide and between 80 and 84 in. (203 and 213 cm) long.

3.	pertaining to or made for a king-size bed: king-size sheets.

4.	(of a cigarette) extra long, in contrast to the standard length.

5.	very large, important, or serious; major: a king-size job.

Also, king-sized.

Compare queen-size for 1-3; full-size, twin-size for 2, 3.

Origin:
1815–25

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Based on the Random House Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2010.
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king-size (kĭng'sīz')
adj.

Larger or longer than the usual or standard size: a king-size desk; king-size pretzels.
Very large in scope or intensity: a king-size headache.
1. Measuring about 76 inches by 80 inches (1.9 meters by 2.0 meters). Used of a bed.
2. Being of a size that will fit such a bed: king-size fitted sheets.

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