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Synonyms

oversize

American  
[oh-ver-sahyz, oh-ver-sahyz] / ˈoʊ vərˈsaɪz, ˈoʊ vərˌsaɪz /

adjective

  1. of excessive size; unusually large.

    an oversize cigar.

  2. of a size larger than is necessary or required.

noun

  1. something that is oversize; an oversize article or object.

  2. a size larger than the proper or usual size.

oversize British  

adjective

  1. Also: oversized.  larger than the usual size

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noun

  1. a size larger than the usual or proper size

  2. something that is oversize

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Etymology

Origin of oversize

First recorded in 1605–15; over- + size 1

Example Sentences

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Pretty soon, Semple was giving the star of the film adaptation, Cate Blanchett, her oversize sunglasses to wear for realism.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

The oversize blazers conjured up armor for the streets, as in, we’re outside taking care of business.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

When tail risk fades, the justification for holding oversize hedges weakens.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 26, 2026

The very large oversize jackets and trousers trend appears to have peaked.

From Barron's • Jan. 21, 2026

The man sported oversize sunglasses and a long, fat mustache.

From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray

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