Size

Definition

Size is a noun and a verb. As a noun, it refers to the physical dimensions, magnitude, or extent of something. As a verb, it means to adjust or categorize according to dimensions.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /saɪz/
• Respelling: SIEZ

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /saɪz/
• Respelling: SIEZ

Etymology

The word "size" originates from Middle English "sise," meaning "assize" or "ordinance," derived from Old French "assise," meaning "settlement" or "measure." The modern sense of dimensions or magnitude emerged in the 16th century.

Derivatives

• Sizable (adjective)
• Resize (verb)
• Downsize (verb)
• Supersize (verb)
• Oversize (adjective)

Synonyms

• Dimension
• Magnitude
• Scale

Antonyms

• None
• None
• None

Usage

The term "size" is commonly used to describe physical measurements or categorize objects. Examples include "What is the size of the room?" (noun) and "The tailor sized the fabric to fit the dress" (verb).

Related Terms

• Dimension: A measurable extent, such as length, width, or height.
• Volume: The amount of space an object occupies.
• Scale: A graduated range of values or measurements.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• The physical dimensions or magnitude of something: Refers to the measurable extent of an object.
  • Example: "The house is impressive in size."
• A category based on dimensions: Refers to classifications such as small, medium, or large.
  • Example: "She wears a dress of size medium."

Verb

• To adjust according to dimensions: Refers to altering the size of something.
  • Example: "The images were sized for the web."
• To categorize based on dimensions: Refers to sorting or labeling by size.
  • Example: "The shirts were sized and labeled for sale."