XXL

Writing & Everyday abbreviation · Classified Ad

XXL
Stands forExtra extra large
CategoriesWriting & Everyday

XXL stands for Extra extra large, a classified ad abbreviation.

Denotes the clothing size above XL, also written 2XL, in letter-sized garments. Sports teams, uniform suppliers and retailers list it on tags and order forms.

Example: The team ordered 20 shirts: six L, ten XL and four XXL.

Usage notes

Retailers increasingly write 2XL, 3XL and 4XL to keep labels short. Some brands charge more for XXL and above because more fabric is needed, a practice that draws consumer criticism. The term is also used figuratively for anything oversized.

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