size up

size ¹  (sz)

n.

1. The physical dimensions, proportions, magnitude, or extent of an object.

2. Any of a series of graduated categories of dimension whereby manufactured articles, such as shoes and clothing, are classified.

3.

a. Considerable extent, amount, or dimensions: a debt of enormous size.

b. Relative amount or number, as of population or contents: What size is Cleveland?

4. Character, value, or status with reference to relative importance or the capacity to meet given requirements: Try this proposal on for size.

5. The actual state of affairs: That's about the size of the situation.

tr.v. sized, siz·ing, siz·es

1. To arrange, classify, or distribute according to size.

2. To make, cut, or shape to a required size.

adj.

Sized. Often used in combination: bite-size appetizers; an economy-size package.

Phrasal Verb:

size up

To make an estimate, opinion, or judgment of: She sized up her opponent.

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[Middle English sise, from Old French, court session, law, short for assise; see assize.]

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sizer n.

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size ²  (sz)

n.

Any of several gelatinous or glutinous substances usually made from glue, wax, or clay and used as a glaze or filler for porous materials such as paper, cloth, or wall surfaces.

tr.v. sized, siz·ing, siz·es

To treat or coat with size or a similar substance.

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[Middle English sise, probably from Old French, a setting; see size¹.]

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size up

vb (adverb)

1. (tr) to make an assessment of (a person, problem, etc.)

2. to conform to or make so as to conform to certain specifications of dimension

Thesaurus

Verb

1.

size up - to look at critically or searchingly, or in minute detail; "he scrutinized his likeness in the mirror" scrutinise, scrutinize, take stock examine, see - observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect; "The customs agent examined the baggage"; "I must see your passport before you can enter the country"

Translations

? size up

vt sep → abschätzen; I can’t quite size him up → ich werde aus ihm nicht schlau