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
Recent Examples on the Web
In center field, Dodgers fans were greeted by oversize replicas of those trophies, the better for taking a selfie.
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Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
The brand debuted its first-ever women’s denim collection this month, offering a vintage wide-leg jean and an oversize denim jacket in bone and light indigo washes.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 24 Mar. 2026
An hour goes by, and then, through a slit in the curtains, Miley Cyrus flashes a smile and tips her oversize black sunglasses.
—Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026
The kitchen’s been renovated with dark wood and tiles plus stainless-steel appliances, while the marble bathroom feels ripped from the ’80s but comes with an oversize shower.
—Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 16 Mar. 2026
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Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
The brand debuted its first-ever women’s denim collection this month, offering a vintage wide-leg jean and an oversize denim jacket in bone and light indigo washes.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 24 Mar. 2026
An hour goes by, and then, through a slit in the curtains, Miley Cyrus flashes a smile and tips her oversize black sunglasses.
—Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026
The kitchen’s been renovated with dark wood and tiles plus stainless-steel appliances, while the marble bathroom feels ripped from the ’80s but comes with an oversize shower.
—Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 16 Mar. 2026
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 2 Apr. 2026.
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