full-size

adjective

ˈfu̇l-ˌsīz 

1

: having the usual or normal size of its kind

a full-size keyboard

2

US, of a bed : having the dimensions 54 by 75 inches (about 1.4 by 1.9 meters)

also : of a size to fit a full-size bed

full-size sheets

compare king-size, queen-size, twin-size

3

US, of a vehicle : relatively large in size

especially, of a sedan : having four doors and seating for up to six

Not too long ago, everyone, and we mean everyone, from Elvis to your Aunt Bea drove a big, powerful full-size American car. …

—Scott Oldham

Examples of full-size in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The facility is scaling production of 10-speed transmissions for GM’s full-size trucks and SUVs after a $300 million investment to expand its capacity. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 23 July 2026

The kitchen packs in full-size appliances, open shelving, and a dedicated dining area without sacrificing flow. — Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 23 July 2026

One full-size tube typically costs $29, so this $39 two-pack saves you a whole $19. — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 22 July 2026

The minipitch consists of a hard-court surface and is designed for communities that might not have access to a full-size soccer pitch. — Fisher Isbell, AJC.com, 22 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1772, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for full-size

• advise
• applies
• apprise
• arise
• assize
• baptize
• belies
• bitwise
• capsize
• chastise
• chordwise
• clockwise

Kids Definition

full-size

adjective

ˈfu̇l-ˌsīz

1

: having the usual or normal size of its kind

2

: having a size of 54 inches by 75 inches (about 1.4 meters by 1.9 meters)

a full-size bed