sized

adjective

ˈsīzd How to pronounce sized (audio)
ˌsīzd
1
: having a specified size or bulk
usually used in combination
a small-sized house
2
: arranged or adjusted according to size

Examples of sized in a Sentence

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But don’t sleep on a Theta Burger—imagine a generously sized patty topped with hickory sauce, slices of dill pickles, mayonnaise, and a healthy serving of shredded cheddar cheese. Anne Roderique-Jones, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2025 This dedicated vinyl-flattening machine features two 12-inch sized hot plates that heat and press any precious-but-warped long players back into shape. Chris Haslam, Wired News, 23 May 2025 These are similarly sized and comparably skilled prospects. Alec Lewis, New York Times, 1 May 2025 The nearly 3½ tall, over 2-foot wide work on paper appears life sized to a typical child around four years old. Natasha Gural, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sized

Word History

First Known Use

1582, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of sized was in 1582

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“Sized.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sized. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.

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sized

adjective
ˈsīzd How to pronounce sized (audio)
ˌsīzd
1
: having a specified size
small-sized
2
: arranged or adjusted according to size

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