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/ˈlɑːd͡ʒ/ /ˈlɑɹd͡ʒ/

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noun

An old musical note, equal to two longas, four breves, or eight semibreves.

Examples :

"The music teacher explained that a "large" is a very long note, longer than a breve. "

music essential

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noun

Liberality, generosity.

Examples :

"My uncle's large, with his gift of money, helped the family get through the tough times. "

character moral value essential

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noun

(plural: large) A thousand dollars/pounds.

Examples :

"Getting a car tricked out like that will cost you 50 large."

economy finance essential

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noun

A large serving of something.

Examples :

"One small coffee and two larges, please."

food amount essential

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adjective

Of considerable or relatively great size or extent.

Examples :

"Russia is a large country. The fruit-fly has large eyes for its body size. He has a large collection of stamps."

amount quality essential

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adjective

Abundant; ample.

Examples :

"The farmer had a large supply of tomatoes this year. "

amount essential

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adjective

Full in statement; diffuse; profuse.

Examples :

"The teacher gave a large explanation of the complicated math problem. "

amount quality essential

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adjective

Free; unencumbered.

Examples :

"The student felt large and unburdened after finishing the difficult exam. "

attitude condition state quality essential

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adjective

Unrestrained by decorum; said of language.

Examples :

"The teacher's comments were large and outspoken, not considering the students' feelings. "

language essential

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adjective

Crossing the line of a ship's course in a favorable direction; said of the wind when it is abeam, or between the beam and the quarter.

Examples :

"The large wind from the side of the ship helped the sailboat across the bay quickly. "

nautical sailing weather direction essential

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adverb

Before the wind.

Examples :

"The sailboat sailed large before the wind, catching the breeze perfectly. "

nautical sailing essential