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Full-scale

Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective

Meaning

(of a model or replica) Of the same size, scale, or proportions as an original object..

Definitions by Sense

  1. (of a model or replica) Of the same size, scale, or proportions as an original object.
  2. Thorough; complete; not lacking in any detail.

Example Sentences

The museum has a full-scale replica of a Viking ship.
The business consultants performed a full-scale analysis of current market conditions.
Sunday, November 6, was spent in a second full-scale dress rehearsal of the complete weekday electric timetable, […] during which the public were invited to make their first trial of the trains—and 15,000 did so.
Most ship-to-ship engagements are skirmishes between patrol vessels of cruiser weight and below, with dreadnoughts and carriers only deployed in full-scale fleet actions. Battles in open space are short and often inconclusive, as the weaker opponent generally disengages.
Perhaps Mr Putin is planning a full-scale invasion, with Russian forces thrusting deep into Ukraine to seize the capital, Kyiv, and overthrow the government.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does full-scale mean?

Full-scale means (of a model or replica) Of the same size, scale, or proportions as an original object..

What is a synonym for full-scale?

Common synonyms include complete, all-out.

What is the opposite of full-scale?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use full-scale in a sentence?

The museum has a full-scale replica of a Viking ship.

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