Olympic-size
Americanadjective
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of the dimensions or length prescribed for the Olympic Games and other major athletic competitions.
an Olympic-size speed-skating oval.
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(of a swimming pool) having a length of 55 yards (50 meters) and a width of at least 23 yards (21 meters).
Etymology
Origin of Olympic-size
First recorded in 1965–70
Example Sentences
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But satellite imagery analysts have identified Kim’s luxury residences populated with superyachts, equestrian tracks and Olympic-size swimming pools.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 10, 2026
Morgan Stanley estimates that AI water use will grow to more than 1 trillion liters by 2028, or 400,000 Olympic-size swimming pools.
From Barron's ● Apr. 16, 2026
Completed in 2021, the sprawling property is now believed to be worth around $35 million, offering an array of high-end amenities, including a bowling alley, private gym, an Olympic-size swimming pool, and a spa.
From MarketWatch ● Mar. 4, 2026
Oaks Christian opened in 2000 with state-of-the-art facilities, including an Olympic-size swimming pool, modern football stadium and a cafe serving gourmet coffee.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 17, 2024
Weld County, where the farmworker event was held, is one of the nation’s top milk producers, supplying enough milk each month this year to fill about 45 Olympic-size swimming pools, according to U.S.
From Salon ● Aug. 27, 2024
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