sized

adjective

ˈsīzd How to pronounce sized (audio)
ˌsīzd
1
: having a specified size or bulk
usually used in combination
a small-sized house
2
: arranged or adjusted according to size

Examples of sized in a Sentence

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These mini pies are a tropical paradise in bite-sized form. Josh Miller, Southern Living, 28 Dec. 2025 Up to a quarter-sized hail is possible with winds reaching 75 mph. Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 28 Dec. 2025 The pint-sized tiny house only measures 172 sq ft (16 sq m), but squeezes in a livable interior for one or two people to live full-time off-grid. New Atlas, 28 Dec. 2025 The three-piece bundle includes the large nylon bag, travel cosmetic pouch, and the regular-sized cosmetic pouch—all of which regularly add up to $697. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sized

Word History

First Known Use

1582, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of sized was in 1582

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“Sized.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sized. Accessed 1 Jan. 2026.

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sized

adjective
ˈsīzd How to pronounce sized (audio)
ˌsīzd
1
: having a specified size
small-sized
2
: arranged or adjusted according to size

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