full-length

adjective

ˈfu̇l-ˌleŋ(k)th 

1

: showing or adapted to the entire length especially of the human figure

a full-length mirror

a full-length dress

2

: having a length as great as that which is normal or standard for one of its kind

a full-length play

3

: reaching to the end of the legs or arms

a full-length dress/skirt

a dress with full-length sleeves

Examples of full-length in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Life of a Showgirl could compete for some of the top prizes, and voters considering the full-length may also remember its Carpenter collaboration when looking through the pop fields. — Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026

Nike previously introduced its first full-length, visible Air Zoom unit with a curve on the Pegasus Premium, which released in early 2025 and hasn’t been well-reviewed. — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 20 Aug. 2026

Hancock’s script is based on a viral horror short story by Matt & Harrison Query that first appeared on Reddit and later was adapted into a full-length novel. — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 20 Aug. 2026

The news means that Akin will compete for San Sebastián’s Golden Shell for the first time with a full-length film. — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 19 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1732, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for full-length

• length
• strength

Kids Definition

full-length

adjective

-ˈleŋ(k)th

1

: made to fit the full length of the human figure

a full-length dress

2

: having a length that is normal for one of its kind

a full-length play