sizing

noun
siz·​ing | \ ˈsī-ziŋ How to pronounce sizing (audio) \

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Online sizing guides can help parents who want guidance, Zinkin said. Lauren Zumbach, chicagotribune.com, "That metal thing your parents used to measure your feet? It’s called a Brannock Device, and it’s increasingly rare.," 16 Aug. 2019 This is made even more powerful when companies adopt inclusive sizing, work with models of diverse body types, and nix Photoshopped figures in place of authentic images that reflect their customer base. Glamour, "I Tried on 30 Swimsuits For My 34F Figure—These Are the Absolute Best," 20 May 2019 Plus, this style is available in standard and wide sizing. Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, "5 Best Waterproof Shoes Every Woman Needs," 2 July 2019 The suit also includes advanced sizing features for more astronauts to have the best fit in as few as two sizes. Stephen Singer, courant.com, "With Mars on the distant horizon, UTC and Delaware business unveil next-generation space suit for extended trips," 26 July 2019 Maybe you're drawn to the Live In High Waist 7/8 Leggings, with its wide, core-hugging waistband and inclusive sizing. Alexis Rhiannon, Allure, "These Leggings Are Sure to Sell Out During the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale," 12 July 2019 The area has seen its share of closings and down-sizing, including Harmon Photos, which moved into a smaller space next to Retro City Cycles, and Curio Curiosity Shoppe, which has moved online. Caroline Glenn, orlandosentinel.com, "Ivanhoe Village merchants ‘excited and terrified’ to see how new apartments change the neighborhood," 7 June 2019 Safari will have new options to change text sizing, with per-website settings. Samuel Axon, Ars Technica, "iOS 13: Apple brings Dark Mode to iPhones and multitasking overhaul to iPads," 3 June 2019 On Instagram, Jameela Jamil is incredibly candid—about dealing with stress, about her gripes with inconsistent sizing, about celebrities who peddle detox teas on their feeds. Jessica Radloff, Glamour, "Jameela Jamil Just Really, Really Wants Swimsuits With Pockets," 22 May 2019

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1825, in the meaning defined above

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sizing

noun

English Language Learners Definition of sizing

: a sticky substance that is used to make a material (such as paper) stiff or smooth or to attach something (such as wallpaper) to a surface