Synonyms

full-scale

American

[fool-skeyl] / ˈfʊlˈskeɪl /

adjective

having the exact size or proportions of the original.

a full-scale replica.
using all possible means, facilities, etc.; complete.

The factory will commence full-scale operation next month.

full-scale British

noun

(of a plan, etc) of actual size; having the same dimensions as the original
done with thoroughness or urgency; using all resources; all-out

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Etymology

Origin of full-scale

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

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"I saw much worse. I spent five years in New York, three of them before the full-scale invasion. I would sit in the room with the enemy on a regular basis."

From BBC

Moscow's decision to launch its full-scale military offensive on February 24, 2022 was "shocking" to her.

From Barron's

It would fall short of a full-scale attack that could inspire a major retaliation.

From The Wall Street Journal

"She was only 23 years old and had begun her service at the start of the full-scale invasion of the Kherson region," the national police wrote on Telegram on Sunday morning.

From BBC

"If I look at my photo from before the full-scale invasion, I can say only one thing: 'Oh, kid, you have no idea what still awaits you."

From BBC

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