large-scale

[lahrj-skeyl]

adjective

1. very extensive or encompassing; of great scope.

   a large-scale business plan.

2. made to a large scale.

   a large-scale map.

large-scale

adjective

1. wide-ranging or extensive

2. (of maps and models) constructed or drawn to a big scale

Word History and Origins

Origin of large-scale¹

First recorded in 1885–90

Example Sentences

A large-scale search effort for the girl had resumed Saturday morning and continued through sunset — a joint effort led by the county Sheriff’s Office with help from various state agencies and the U.S.

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This hybrid AI approach could reshape many areas of computational science that require linking small-scale physics with large-scale behavior.

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A large-scale multi-agency search has been taking place in the sea off the north-west coast between Tory Island, County Donegal, and Eagle Island, County Mayo.

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The proposal involves using some of the $300 billion Russian central bank assets that the EU, the U.S. and other allies immobilized after Russian leader Vladimir Putin ordered the large-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

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"BHP are strictly liable as 'polluters' in respect of damage caused by the collapse," of the dam, the High Court in London said in its ruling following a large-scale trial.

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Related Words

• extensive 
• huge 
• large 
• massive 
• sizable 
• substantial