king-size
or king-sized
[king-sahyz]
adjective
larger or longer than the usual size.
(of a bed) extra large, usually measuring between 76 and 78 inches (193 and 198 cm) wide and between 80 and 84 inches (203 and 213 cm) long.
pertaining to or made for a king-size bed: king-size sheets.
(of a cigarette) extra long, in contrast to the standard length.
very large, important, or serious; major: a king-size job.
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Origin of king-size
First recorded in 1815–25
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Examples from the Web for king-size
Historical Examples of king-size
Listen, something's got to be done about this king-size mob of camp followers we've got.
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The king-size, easy-going Californian looked more like the early Joe Louis than ever.
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King-size sidewalk cafes occupy three of the strategic corners on the Place de France.
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The Chief pulled out a drawer and brought forth a king-size box of kitchen matches.
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At the G'sufa everybody upped with their king-size mugs and drank each other's health.
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