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man-sized

adj · 5 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

adj

Meaning 1

Having about the same size as an adult human male.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable

Examples

  • The man-sized ants made quick work of the Earthan army.

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2

adj

Meaning 2

Of a size suitable for a man; larger than normal.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable

Examples

  • Three pounds of chicken wings? Now that's a man-sized meal.

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Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

3

adj

Meaning 3

That needs manly attributes, such as strength or endurance.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable

Examples

  • Swimming across the icy river is a man-sized task.

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4

adjective satellite

Meaning 4

very large; appropriate to the size of a man

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • a man-sized piece of cake

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5

adjective satellite

Meaning 5

calling for the strength of a man

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • a man-sized job

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