square
square
skwɛr
skver
British pronunciation
/skweə/

Definition & Meaning of "square"in English

Square
01

a shape with four equal straight sides and four right angles, each measuring 90°

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Each tile on the bathroom floor was a small square shape.
The children played hopscotch, drawing squares with chalk on the pavement.
02

an open area in a city or town where two or more streets meet

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The market was held in the town square.
They met in the square to watch the street performers.
03

an open piece of land in a city or town that is four-sided and is usually surrounded by buildings

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The town square was bustling with activity as vendors set up stalls for the weekly market.
People gathered in the central square to celebrate the New Year with music and fireworks.
04

something approximating the shape of a square

square definition and meaning
05

the second exponent of any given number produced when multiplied by itself

06

a hand tool consisting of two straight arms at right angles; used to construct or test right angles

07

any artifact having a shape similar to a plane geometric figure with four equal sides and four right angles

08

a formal and conservative person with old-fashioned views

09

someone who doesn't understand what is going on

10

a small cylinder of finely cut tobacco rolled in paper for smoking

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He stepped outside for a cigarette during the break.
He lit up a square and leaned against the wall.
square
01

having four even sides and four right angles, forming a shape resembling a regular square

square definition and meaning
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The square table sat neatly in the center of the room, its corners forming right angles.
The square window frame framed a picturesque view of the garden outside.
02

morally upright or conventional, especially in a situation or practice

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The contract was square, with no hidden clauses.
The deal seemed square, both parties agreed on all terms.
03

socially conservative in behavior, attitudes, or style

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The company 's policies were so square that they did n't allow for any innovation.
His taste in clothes was a bit square, always sticking to classic suits.
04

without evasion or compromise

05

leaving no balance

06

substantial, hearty, and satisfying food, typically well-balanced and fulfilling

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They enjoyed a square meal of roast beef, mashed potatoes, and vegetables after a long day at work.
The diner was known for its square breakfasts, providing generous portions of eggs, bacon, and pancakes.
07

matching, agreeing, or compatible with something

08

(of participants or teams in a game or competition) having even scores

09

used to express area by multiplying length by width

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Canada has 9.98 million square kilometers of land.
A chessboard is 64 square inches in total area.
to square
01

to multiply a value or number by itself

Transitive: to square a number
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Squaring 5 gives you 5 × 5, which equals 25.
If you square 3, you get 3 × 3, which equals 9.
02

to shape something into a square or rectangular form

Transitive: to square sth
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He squared the edges of the wood to prepare it for the frame.
The mason squared the stones before laying them in the wall.
03

to straighten and position your shoulders confidently, often as a sign of readiness or determination

Transitive: to square one's shoulders
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She squared her shoulders and stepped onto the stage.
He squared his shoulders before entering the interview room.
04

to align or modify something so that it follows a specific rule or standard

Transitive: to square an idea or plan with an standard
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She squared her actions with the company ’s ethical guidelines.
The architect squared the design with the safety codes before final approval.
05

to position the oars so that they are at a right angle to the water

Transitive: to square oars
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The rower squared the oars to stop the boat quickly.
As they approached the dock, he squared the oars to slow down.
06

to make an account even or resolve a debt

Transitive: to square an account or debt
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They squared their accounts before ending the partnership.
He squared his debt with the bank by making the final payment.
07

to match or agree exactly with something in terms of details or expectations

Intransitive: to square with sth
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His explanation squared with the facts presented in the report.
Her story squared perfectly with the timeline of events.
square
01

in a straight direct way

02

firmly and solidly

03

having the shape of a square

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