oversize
adjective
over·size
ˌō-vər-ˈsīz 
variants
or oversized
: being of more than standard or ordinary size
oversize pillows
an oversize shirt
Synonyms of oversize
Examples of oversize in a Sentence
the woman's oversize hat was blocking my view of the minister
a softball is an oversize and less densely stuffed baseball
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This looks like an oversize one-bedroom conversion, but both bedrooms have windows.
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Katie McDonough, Curbed, 8 Dec. 2025
The oversize knot detail — which was positioned over the toe box at the front of each shoe — created a striking contrast against the sleek base of the pumps.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 4 Dec. 2025
In the library just off the kitchen, an oversize paper lantern casts a cozy glow above the Phillips Scott chairs.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2025
Bulky items of clothing like sweatshirts, hoodies, puffer jackets and oversize winter coats are not allowed.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 27 Nov. 2025
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Katie McDonough, Curbed, 8 Dec. 2025
The oversize knot detail — which was positioned over the toe box at the front of each shoe — created a striking contrast against the sleek base of the pumps.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 4 Dec. 2025
In the library just off the kitchen, an oversize paper lantern casts a cozy glow above the Phillips Scott chairs.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2025
Bulky items of clothing like sweatshirts, hoodies, puffer jackets and oversize winter coats are not allowed.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 27 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for oversize
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“Oversize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/oversize. Accessed 14 Dec. 2025.
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