queen-size

American  

[kween-sahyz] / ˈkwinˌsaɪz /

Or queen-sized

adjective

1. (of a bed) larger than a double bed, but smaller than king-size, usually 60 inches (152 centimeters) wide and 80 inches (203 centimeters) long.

2. pertaining to or made for a queen-size bed.

   queen-size blankets.

3. of a size larger than average; often used as a euphemism.

   a store specializing in queen-size clothing.

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queen-size British  

adjective

1. (of a bed, etc) larger or longer than normal size but smaller or shorter than king-size

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Etymology

Origin of queen-size

First recorded in 1955–60; by analogy with king-size

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