full-size
Americanadjective
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of the usual or normal size of its kind.
a full-size kitchen.
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(of a bed) 54 inches (137 centimeters) wide and 75 or 76 inches (191 or 193 centimeters) long; double.
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pertaining to or made for a full-size bed.
full-size sheets.
Etymology
Origin of full-size
First recorded in 1830–40
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Think building with Lego blocks, but instead of toys, it’s full-size homes.
Undoubtedly, her pièce de resistance is the full-size Arctic ship where the opening sequence unfolds.
From Los Angeles Times
Early on a brisk weekday afternoon, Carrillo, Montesinos and Velazquez have one of the community center’s two full-size rinks to themselves.
From Los Angeles Times
Lily's set for a busy year, having already scaled up a tour of smaller venues to add full-size arenas due to demand.
From BBC
GM said it took a “disciplined approach” to production but benefited from a better mix as lower EV volume was offset by higher full-size pickup and sports utility vehicle volumes.
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