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

The 12 proposed developments range from large-scale standalone new communities, to expansions of existing towns and regeneration schemes within cities.

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It has introduced hundreds of new checkpoints across the territory, launched a large-scale Jewish settlement push, and carried out major military operations against Palestinian resistance groups.

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The UN has called on Israel to allow an unimpeded, large-scale humanitarian response that can save lives.

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It has targeted pockets of armed Palestinian resistance at refugee camps in the north, carrying out major military operations and large-scale building demolitions, displacing many people from their homes.

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Authorities in China's Guangdong province have advised residents to prepare for "catastrophic" and "large-scale disaster".

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Related Words

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