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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The resulting, room-sized artwork engulfed visitors in a swirling fantasia featuring bouncing balls, morphing nets and slow-motion action shots of Messi. Chloe Veltman, NPR, 29 July 2026 For rooms, the ADA Studio Coastline View room is 816 square feet of glorious view with a king-sized bed, spacious bathroom, and private patio for the ultimate in extravagance and ease. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2026 An approachable menu featuring personal-sized artisan pizzas will also include shared plates, dips, salads and pizza-dough sandwiches, plus vegan-friendly options. Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 29 July 2026 This is particularly true for small and mid-sized developments. Lee Kiser, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 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 3 Aug. 2026.

Kids Definition

1
: having a specified size
small-sized
2
: arranged or adjusted according to size

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