queen-size

English

adj
Definitions
  • Pertaining to a larger-than-average dress, blouse, skirt, pant or stocking size for women
  • Pertaining to a bed or mattress measuring 60 inches wide by 80 inches long and approximately 9 to 12 inches thick.

Etymology

Compound from English queen (an effeminate male homosexual) + English size.

Origin

English

size

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