king-size

adjective

ˈkiŋ-ˌsīz How to pronounce king-size (audio)
variants or king-sized
Definition of king-sizenext
1
as in giant
unusually large built a king-size mansion with the money he had made in the stock market

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2
as in long
of great extent from end to end the king-size snake known as the anaconda

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Recent Examples of king-size This retreat in Guerneville offers a mix of accommodation styles, from cabins and cottages to canvas tents that come with king-size beds and private decks with fire pits. — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 16 June 2026 The tiny-house-style cabins feature a king-size memory foam bed tucked against large panoramic windows, with wood paneling throughout, and a private bathroom inside. — Molly Allen, Travel + Leisure, 27 June 2026 Escalating to the last defensive resort, Mammoth tacks on long-range rifle storage above both sides of the king-size bed for immediate access. — New Atlas, 9 June 2026 While 1800s Conestoga wagons were around 17 or 18 feet long, North Haven’s are 25 feet long and boast a king-size bed, twin bunk beds, climate control and even a mini-fridge, microwave and coffee maker. — Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 18 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for king-size
Recent Examples of Synonyms for king-size
  1. giant
  2. long
  3. gigantic
  4. elongate
  5. huge
  6. large
  7. enormous
  8. vast
Adjective
  • What’s behind those giant flags in World Cup pregame ceremonies?
    — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 4 July 2026
  • And this couple rolled up in this giant fifth wheel with a big old pickup.
    — Dana Taylor, USA Today, 3 July 2026
Definition of giant
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  • Assuming the battery is fine (and all the other electrical components and solder have survived the long journey through time), how will the iPhone be activated?
    — Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
  • Now back in King’s Landing, Corlys is distracted at best, meeting with Rhaenyra’s small council to address the crown’s nonexistent funds — the latest on a long list of problems that need solving for the new Queen of the Seven Kingdoms.
    — Zoe Papelis, Vulture, 6 July 2026
Definition of long
Adjective
  • But a loss, coming after such an absurd, farcical process, and removing the possibility of a gigantic matchup against Spain or Portugal in the quarterfinals in Los Angeles, would be unforgivable.
    — Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
  • The gigantic star cluster inside the nebula NGC 3603 (about 20,000 light-years away) shines in a second image.
    — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 2 July 2026
Definition of gigantic
Adjective
  • The shoes featured an ultra-elongated and sharp pointed toe that added a modern twist to the traditional pump silhouette.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 9 June 2026
  • This model is designed to fit an elongated toilet and is powered by a standard GFCI outlet.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 2 June 2026
Definition of elongate
Adjective
  • Benjamin Willis, a Lorain, Ohio, teenager and huge Marvel movie fan, opened his mouth in awe.
    — Rodney Ho, AJC.com, 6 July 2026
  • That water supply is not the same water supply that goes toward agriculture, which accounts for a huge portion of the water used in the country, Anisfeld said.
    — Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 5 July 2026
Definition of huge
Adjective
  • The Hyundai Motor Company used one of the world’s largest sporting stages to showcase its robotics ambitions.
    — Clemente Lisi, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
  • A number of Russian regions have banned the use of large canisters that hold around five gallons to prevent fuel hoarding.
    — Clare Sebastian, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
Definition of large
Adjective
  • Hagan Community Park in Rancho Cordova transformed from a serene hangout spot into an enormous fun-fest fit for a nation’s 250th birthday on Friday.
    — Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 4 July 2026
  • Over time, these little communication shifts can create enormous changes in your home.
    — Siggie Cohen, CNBC, 4 July 2026
Definition of enormous
Adjective
  • Competitive eaters expand their stomach capacity to hold vast amounts of food.
    — Jennifer Borresen, USA Today, 3 July 2026
  • In a vast contrast to 1776, chronic diseases now account for most American deaths, because people generally live long enough to develop them.
    — Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
Definition of vast

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