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sizing

The correct spelling is sizing.

How to pronounce sizing

verb

Say it like: Siz-ing

The correct spelling is sizing. To adjust the size of; to make a certain size.

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Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To adjust the size of; to make a certain size.
  2. 2.To classify or arrange by size.
  3. 3.To approximate the dimensions, estimate the size of.
  4. 4.To take a greater size; to increase in size.
  5. 5.(Cambridge University) To order food or drink from the buttery; hence, to enter a score, as upon the buttery book.

noun

  1. 1.A gelatinous glue for glazing or sizing canvas, paper, plaster or wood; often made from animal skins.
  2. 2.Paste
  3. 3.(Cambridge University) food and drink ordered from the buttery by a student
  4. 4.A weak glue used in various trades; size.

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