Meaning & Definition of word "Large"

Large

/lɑrdʒ/

1. Of considerable size, extent, or capacity.
- Example: The elephant is a large animal found in several parts of Africa and Asia.
2. Greater than normal in quantity or degree.
- Example: She had a large number of books in her collection.
3. Important or significant in effect or impact.
- Example: The company made a large profit this quarter.
4. Extensive in scope or range.
- Example: He is involved in a large network of professionals in his field.
5. Of a higher social status or influential position.
- Example: She was seen at a large party hosted by a well-known philanthropist.

●Middle English, from Old French 'large', from Latin 'largus'

larger than life:

Someone or something that is exaggerated in size or personality.

go large:

To increase in scope or intensity, often used in a carefree or bold context.

enormous:

Extremely large in size or amount.

immense:

Very large or great, especially in scale or degree.

gigantic:

Of very great size or extent; enormous.

Meaning: Big deal

● Example Sentence: Getting that promotion was a large deal for him.

Meaning: Living large

● Example Sentence: After her big win, she's living large and enjoying life.