Meaning & Definition of word "Size"

Size

/saɪz/

1. The magnitude or dimensions of something.
- Example: She ordered a shirt in large size.
2. A particular magnitude, number, or extent, often used in terms of clothing or other products.
- Example: What size do you take in shoes?
3. The relative physical extent of an object.
- Example: The size of the new library is impressive.

1. To determine or fix the size of something.
- Example: We need to size the room before buying furniture.
2. To make something a particular size.
- Example: He sized the canvas to fit the frame.

Middle English 'size,' from Old French 'sise' (from 'sise' meaning 'condition, position, or size')

take size:

to measure or determine the appropriate dimensions or scale.

size up:

to assess the nature or quality of something.

size matters:

the idea that magnitude can influence impact or effectiveness.

large:

of significant size or extent

small:

of limited size or extent

scale:

a system of ordered marks at fixed intervals used as a reference

Meaning: big or large amount

Example Sentence: That party was size!

Meaning: impressive scale or magnitude

Example Sentence: Did you see that car? It's size!