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

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Guitarist Jim Root has said the single won’t appear on the band’s next album, and Slipknot’s last full-length remains 2022’s The End, So Far. — Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 29 Sep. 2026 The plate works in conjunction with full-length Air cushioning, which counters with its bounce and comfort. — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026 Universal even asked her to record a full-length version of the song and make a music video. — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 27 Sep. 2026 Add Preferred Source These Astros are the first MLB team to reach the postseason with a non-winning record in a full-length season. — Matt Kawahara, Houston Chronicle, 27 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for full-length

Word History

First Known Use

1732, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of full-length was in 1732

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“Full-length.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/full-length. Accessed 6 Oct. 2026.

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
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