Meaning & Definition of word "Rectangle"
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Rectangle
/ˈrɛk.tæŋ.ɡl/
noun:
- 1. A four-sided polygon (quadrilateral) with opposite sides equal in length and all angles right angles (90 degrees).
- Example: The classroom is shaped like a rectangle, making it easy to arrange the desks.
- 2. A rectangular shape or object.
- Example: She painted a large rectangle on the canvas, which became the background of her artwork.
- 3. A set of coordinates defining a rectangular area in a plane.
- Example: The rectangle defined by the coordinates will be used for the new park layout.
Etymology
From Latin 'rectangulus', from 'rectus' (right) + 'angulus' (angle).
Common Phrases and Expressions
rectangle of light:
A rectangle formed by the light in a specific area.
rectangle game:
A game played within the confines of a rectangular area.
Related Words
parallelogram:
A four-sided figure with opposite sides that are parallel.
quadrilateral:
A polygon with four edges (or sides) and four vertices (or corners).
square:
A special type of rectangle where all sides are equal.
Slang Meanings of rectangle
Meaning: To 'rectangle' something means to make it rectangular in shape.
Example Sentence: We should rectangle the design to fit better on the page.
Meaning: Using 'rectangle' in a playful context to refer to a large pizza shape.
Example Sentence: Let’s get a rectangle for the party tonight, everyone loves it!