king-size

or king-sized

[ king-sahyz ]

adjective

1. larger or longer than the usual size.
2. (of a bed) extra large, usually measuring between 76 and 78 inches (193 and 198 centimeters) wide and between 80 and 84 inches (203 and 213 centimeters) long.
3. pertaining to or made for a king-size bed:

   king-size sheets.

4. (of a cigarette) extra long, in contrast to the standard length.
5. very large, important, or serious; major:

   a king-size job.

king-size

adjective

1. larger or longer than a standard size

Word History and Origins

Origin of king-size¹

First recorded in 1815–25

Example Sentences

After measuring the smokes, agents learned they were 85 millimeters in length, king size, and had come from a soft pack.

From The Daily Beast

The Chief pulled out a drawer and brought forth a king-size box of kitchen matches.

From Project Gutenberg

At the G'sufa everybody upped with their king-size mugs and drank each other's health.

From Project Gutenberg

King-size sidewalk cafes occupy three of the strategic corners on the Place de France.

From Project Gutenberg

The king-size, easy-going Californian looked more like the early Joe Louis than ever.

From Project Gutenberg

Listen, something's got to be done about this king-size mob of camp followers we've got.

From Project Gutenberg

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