sizing

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Pronunciation

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Noun

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sizing (countable and uncountable, plural sizings)

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

Derived terms

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Verb

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sizing

  1. present participle and gerund of size

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