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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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We’re still bargaining for gold hoops and oversize blazers at Santee Alley, getting dressed up for each other at the Venezuelan coffee shop on Melrose, and dreaming through the colors of Chinatown.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

Crowds swarmed a revitalized downtown’s “MoonPie Over Mobile” celebration, in which an oversize replica of the famous Southern snack descended from the RSA’s building.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 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

Stiff black hair flecked with gray, a stoop accentuated by an oversize sweater.

From "The Reader" by Traci Chee

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