an extra-large size category of clothing, especially for women.
a garment or person of this size.
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Chaya Milchtein is an automotive educator and journalist who writes about cars, plus size fashion, queer life and love, and sometimes, food and travel.
From Salon • Jul. 20, 2025
“I’m super excited to do a plus size revue.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2023
As someone who champions women, plus size people and others whom society treats poorly, Lizzo preaches inclusivity and should do better.
From BBC • Jun. 13, 2022
That range is just about average for an American woman but generally categorized as plus size in fashion.
From New York Times • Sep. 2, 2021
Online, the chain is merging its plus size and standard sizes together, with models appearing in all three sizes.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 18, 2021
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