sizing

[sahy-zing]

noun

1. the act or process of applying size or preparing with size.

2. size, as for glazing paper or strengthening fabric.

Word History and Origins

Origin of sizing¹

First recorded in 1625–35; size ² + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

"I don't trust high-street sizing," one person tells me, as she browses one of London's popular shopping streets.

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The second-hand shopping app has revised its sizing categories for women's and children's clothes but did not contact all users about the change.

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“We expect the company to provide more detail on its technology roadmap, customer traction and market sizing at the 2025 Analyst/Investor Day next week.”

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Ever since McDonald’s Corp. relaunched its popular Monopoly game this past Monday, customers have likely been sizing up their odds to win a range of prizes — from free food to $1 million in cash.

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People don’t have a framework for thinking about sizing.

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