outsize

[ out-sahyz ]
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noun
  1. an uncommon or irregular size, especially one larger than average.

  2. a garment of such a size.

adjective
  1. Also outsized . being unusually or abnormally large, heavy, extensive, etc.: a rack of outsize dresses; an outsize puppy; pampering an outsize ego.

Origin of outsize

1
First recorded in1835–45; out- + size1

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British Dictionary definitions for outsize

outsize

/ (ˈaʊtˌsaɪz) /


adjective
  1. Also: outsized very large or larger than normal: outsize tomatoes

noun
  1. something outsize, such as a garment or person

  2. (modifier) relating to or dealing in outsize clothes: an outsize shop

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