sizing

1 of 2

noun

siz·​ing ˈsī-ziŋ 

: size entry 4

sizing

2 of 2

present participle of size entry 2, size entry 5

Examples of sizing in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

The high volume of give-backs is proof that the current sizing system is no longer accurate or effective. — Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 26 Aug. 2026

Retailers are slashing their sizing in the GLP-1 era, both in physical stores and online. — Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2026

Diaper sizing Both brands offer parallel sizes based on babies’ weights from newborn (under 10 pounds) to size 6 (35+ pounds). — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026

Their trim sizing is ideal for all types of butter storage, including slimmer American sticks and wider European bricks. — Clara Hillis, Architectural Digest, 18 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1825, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for sizing

• izing
• prising
• rising
• actualizing
• antagonizing
• apologising
• apologizing
• capitalizing
• categorizing
• characterizing
• commercializing
• conceptualising

Kids Definition

sizing

noun

siz·​ing

ˈsī-ziŋ

: size entry 4