king-size

Or king-sized

[king-sahyz]

adjective

1. larger or longer than the usual size.

2. (of a bed) extra large, usually measuring between 76 and 78 inches (193 and 198 centimeters) wide and between 80 and 84 inches (203 and 213 centimeters) long.

3. pertaining to or made for a king-size bed.

   king-size sheets.

4. (of a cigarette) extra long, in contrast to the standard length.

5. very large, important, or serious; major.

   a king-size job.

king-size

adjective

1. larger or longer than a standard size

Word History and Origins

Origin of king-size¹

First recorded in 1815–25

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