1
: showing or adapted to the entire length especially of the human figure
a full-length mirror
a full-length dress
2
: having a length as great as that which is normal or standard for one of its kind
a full-length play
3
: reaching to the end of the legs or arms
a full-length dress/skirt
a dress with full-length sleeves

Examples of full-length in a Sentence

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The project marks her first full-length release since 2022’s Las Ruinas and sees Rico fully embracing the rap-rock hybrid she’s been hinting at for years. Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 21 Feb. 2025 The singer is working to make that tune as big a smash as possible before the full-length drops. Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025 The short clip showed the woman standing in front of a full-length mirror, capturing her reflection with her smartphone while laughing uncontrollably. Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 21 Feb. 2025 The full-length mesh edition of the Line Up leggings add even more detail to the already sporty-looking leggings with a mesh panel for added breathability. Andrea Navarro, Glamour, 20 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for full-length

Word History

First Known Use

1732, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of full-length was in 1732

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“Full-length.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/full-length. Accessed 5 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

full-length

adjective
-ˈleŋ(k)th
1
: made to fit the full length of the human figure
a full-length dress
2
: having a length that is normal for one of its kind
a full-length play
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