sizing

1 of 2

noun

siz·​ing ˈsī-ziŋ How to pronounce sizing (audio)
: size entry 4

sizing

2 of 2

present participle of size entry 2, size entry 5

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Noun
Ororo expanded its Heated Liner Collection in September 2026, which widens sizing and style choices for holiday orders. — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Oct. 2026 For multi-brand retailers, inconsistent sizing across brands makes the problem particularly difficult to tackle. — Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2026 And since Winnebago already laid all its cards on the table, Thor uses the launch as an opportunity to undercut Winnebago's offfering, both in terms of manufacturer pricing and sizing. — New Atlas, 21 Oct. 2026 The pledge outlines clear guidance on minimum model sizing, enforcing minimum sizes of EU 34 (US 2) for women, as well as access to healthy food and beverages in line with models’ dietary needs on shoots and at shows. — Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 19 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sizing

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First Known Use

Noun

1825, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of sizing was in 1825

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sizing

noun
siz·​ing
ˈsī-ziŋ
: size entry 4

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