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In my mind, every single female character I've written is plus-size.
Rainbow Rowell

Meaning of "plus-size" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF PLUS-SIZE

plus-size  [ˈplʌsˌsaɪz] play
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WHAT DOES PLUS-SIZE MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Plus-size

Plus-size or plus-sized may refer to: ▪ Plus-size clothing, a general term given to clothing proportioned specifically for people around size 12 and up in the U.S. ▪ Plus-size model, a fashion model who specializes in modeling the above-mentioned clothing...

Definition of plus-size in the English dictionary

The definition of plus-size in the dictionary is designed for people who are above the average size.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH PLUS-SIZE


bite-size
ˈbaɪtˌsaɪz
circumcise
ˈsɜːkəmˌsaɪz
criticise
ˈkrɪtɪˌsaɪz
criticize
ˈkrɪtɪˌsaɪz
downsize
ˈdaʊnˌsaɪz
emphasise
ˈɛmfəˌsaɪz
emphasize
ˈɛmfəˌsaɪz
Euro-size
ˈjʊərəʊˌsaɪz
exercise
ˈɛksəˌsaɪz
fantasize
ˈfæntəˌsaɪz
hypothesize
haɪˈpɒθɪˌsaɪz
large-size
ˈlɑːdʒˌsaɪz
midsize
ˈmɪdˌsaɪz
outsize
ˈaʊtˌsaɪz
publicize
ˈpʌblɪˌsaɪz
romanticize
rəʊˈmæntɪˌsaɪz
sexercise
ˈsɛksəˌsaɪz
supersize
ˈsuːpəˌsaɪz
synthesize
ˈsɪnθɪˌsaɪz
unisize
ˈjuːnɪˌsaɪz

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE PLUS-SIZE

pluripresence
pluriserial
pluriseriate
plurry
plus
plus fours
plus point
plus sign
plus size
plus-one
plush
plushily
plushiness
plushly
plushness
plushy
plussage
Plutarch
pluteal
pluteus

WORDS THAT END LIKE PLUS-SIZE

cup size
de-emphasize
full-size
half-size
hip size
king-size
life-size
metastasize
one-size
overemphasize
oversize
pint-size
plus size
pocket-size
queen-size
resize
shoe size
size
small-size
waist size

Synonyms and antonyms of plus-size in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «plus-size» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF PLUS-SIZE

Find out the translation of plus-size to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of plus-size from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «plus-size» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

加上大小
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

de talla grande
570 millions of speakers

English

plus-size
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

प्लस आकार
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

زائد حجم
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

плюс размер
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

plus-size
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

অতিরিক্ত আকার
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

de taille plus
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

saiz besar
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Plus-Size-
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

プラスサイズ
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

플러스 사이즈
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Plus-ukuran
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

cộng với kích thước
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

பிளஸ் அளவு
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

मोठा आकार
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

büyük beden
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

plus-size
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

plus rozmiar
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

плюс розмір
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

plus- size
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

plus - size
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

plus-grootte
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

plus - size
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

plus - size
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of plus-size

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «PLUS-SIZE»

The term «plus-size» is very widely used and occupies the 14.827 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «PLUS-SIZE» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about plus-size

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3 QUOTES WITH «PLUS-SIZE»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word plus-size.
1
Nikki Blonsky
I pray that there will be more roles for bigger girls. I pray that the role of the love interest, the beautiful, sexy girl, will be played by a plus-size woman.
2
Hayley Hasselhoff
My first shoot was on a rooftop in swimsuits with two plus-size models who were curvy and voluptuous and beautiful, and they taught me so much about being beautiful in any shape or size.
3
Rainbow Rowell
In my mind, every single female character I've written is plus-size.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «PLUS-SIZE»

Discover the use of plus-size in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to plus-size and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Plus Size Crochet
"20 crocheted garments and accessories for plus-size women. Easy to use with lay-flat wire-o binding, stitch detail photos, project specs at a glance. Includes crochet basics section with step-by-step photos"--Provided by publisher.
Margaret Hubert, 2008
2
Full Figured 5: Plus Size Divas: Plus Size Divas
With his Full Figured series, Carl Weber brings together some of Urban Books_ hottest authors to entertain readers with their stories about the lives and loves of beautiful full-figured women.
Brenda Hampton, Rose Jackson-Beavers, 2012
3
Your Guide to Plus-Size Modeling an Inspirational Guide and ...
Your Guide to Plus Size Modeling is also a guide to Plus Size Living! This book will enrich the curvy population with positive affirmations for the 'More Beautiful' soul.
Yvette Pinfield, 2009
4
Full Figured: Plus Size Divas 2: Plus Size Divas 2
Carl Weber brings together two popular literary divas to give readers what they've been asking for: empowering stories about big, beautiful women.
Alexis Nicole, Trista Russell, 2006
5
Plus Style: The Plus-Size Guide to Looking Great
In Plus Style, Suzan Nanfeldt, a leading consultant in plus-size fashion, provides you with the know-how to look well dressed and self-assured.
Suzan Nanfeldt, 1996
6
Family Circle Easy Plus-Size Knits: 50 Knit and Crochet Styles
The glamorous Fur Sure jacket uses rich red yarn and lush cables topped with a ready-made faux fur collar. Learn to knit casual cardigans, a Mexican-inspired top, and more.
Trisha Malcolm, 2006
7
Your Plus-size Pregnancy: The Ultimate Guide for the ...
This groundbreaking book is the first to offer encouragement, information, and resources to the millions of plus-size moms who are in the midst of adding to their families.
Brette McWhorter Sember, 2005
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The United States Plus-size Female Consumer: ...
This study explored how plus-size female consumers perceive their bodies and themselves, how their body-esteem and self-concept may influence involvement with clothing, and how these factors may impact their perceptions of the importance of ...
Wang Meng, 2007
9
Knitting Plus: Mastering Fit + Plus-Size Style + 15 Projects
Knitting Plus is the must-have manual for plus-sized sweater construction and knitwear design.
Lisa Shroyer, 2013
10
Singer Perfect Plus: Sew a Mix-and-Match Wardrobe for Plus ...
Kathleen Cheetham presents her original garment patterns and detailed sewing instruction so plus-size women can create a closetful of flattering shapes and silhouettes.
Kathleen Cheetham, 2010

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «PLUS-SIZE»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term plus-size is used in the context of the following news items.
1
Plus-size model Erica Jean on Women's Running: My body's 'not …
NEW YORK – Erica Jean crossed body type boundaries as the first plus-size model to grace the cover of Women's Running Magazine. «Fox News, Jul 15»
2
Fat and fit: The plus-size model and the running magazine
According to Brown, if an image of a plus-size model running inspires other women to exercise, that can only be a good thing - even if weight ... «BBC News, Jul 15»
3
Plus-size clothing: Top fashion brands are finally offering sizes and …
Talking about fashion in terms of size – be it plus size or size zero – is difficult. It's far too easy to forget that, rather than just clothes, we are ... «The Independent, Jul 15»
4
Incredibly hot plus-size models who are larger than size 12!
Incredibly hot plus-size models who are larger than size 12! ... Ashley Graham is a plus-size model who is for the plus-size clothing store Lane ... «Daily Bhaskar, Jul 15»
5
The world's first plus-size supermodel is working to solve a $9 billion …
Melissa Aronson, known professionally as Emme, is widely recognized as the world's first plus-size supermodel. She decided to get to the root ... «Business Insider, Jul 15»
6
Seeing These Models Strip Down and Get Real Will Inspire You to …
Project WomanKind Plus-Size Model YouTube Channel. Seeing These Models Strip Down and Get Real Will Inspire You to No End. by Sarah ... «POPSUGAR, Jul 15»
7
Plus-size model graces cover of 'Women's Running'
Meet Erica Jean Schenk: plus size model, runner and cover star of the August 2015 issue of Women's Running. «For The Win, Jul 15»
8
5 Powerful Quotes From the Model Who Showed Off Her Stretch …
While there's been lots of talk about dropping the "plus" from the term "plus-size model," Denise Bidot, who's got a gorgeous figure at size 14, ... «POPSUGAR, Jul 15»
9
#RockTheCrop With GarnerStyle's Super Fresh Plus-Size Clothing …
If steezy blogger clothing collabs are your jam and being excluded from them because of your size is not, you have to check out the ... «Styleite, Jul 15»
10
Yes, This Plus-Size Model Looks Like a Runner. And I Do Too.
The magazine's cover features Erica Schenk, a plus-size model and runner who's been at the sport for 10 years. Seeing Schenk run, strong and ... «Slate Magazine, Jul 15»

REFERENCE
« EDUCALINGO. Plus-Size [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/plus-size-1>. Jan 2025 ».
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