full-scale

adjective

ˈfu̇l-ˌskāl How to pronounce full-scale (audio)
Synonyms of full-scalenext
1
: identical to an original in proportion and size
full-scale drawing
2
a
: involving full use of available resources
a full-scale biography
full-scale war
b
: total, complete
A full-scale musical renaissance …—Current Biography

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a full-scale search and rescue for the victims of the rock slide
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This appears to be one of Kyiv's deepest attacks on Russian territory since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. — Justina Lee, CNBC, 8 July 2026 Alongside the proof-of-concept program, the company is continuing work on a full-scale nuclear demonstration borehole and the design of its primary heat exchanger. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 July 2026 One of the great ironies of the AI revolution is that some of the most technologically advanced companies are having the hardest time making the move from pilot projects to full-scale integration. — Rohit Kapoor, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026 More than four years after Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of its neighbor, Ukraine’s advances in drone technology have given it an edge in recent months, analysts and Western officials say. — Adela Suliman, NBC news, 6 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for full-scale

Word History

First Known Use

1887, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of full-scale was in 1887

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“Full-scale.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/full-scale. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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full-scale

adjective
ˈfu̇l-ˈskā(ə)l
1
: identical to an original in size
2
: not limited in any way : using everything that can be used
a full-scale war
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