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outsize

[out-sahyz]

out·size

[out-sahyz]
noun
1.
an uncommon or irregular size, especially one larger than average.
2.
a garment of such a size.
adjective
3.
Also, out·sized. being unusually or abnormally large, heavy, extensive, etc.: a rack of outsize dresses; an outsize puppy; pampering an outsize ego.

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Outsize is always a great word to know.
So is slumgullion. Does it mean:
a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
a fool or simpleton; ninny.

Origin:
1835–45; out- + size1
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outsize (ˈaʊtˌsaɪz)
 
adj
1.  Also: outsized very large or larger than normal: outsize tomatoes
 
n
2.  something outsize, such as a garment or person
3.  (modifier) relating to or dealing in outsize clothes: an outsize shop

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