Meaning & Definition of word "Square"

Square

/skwɛr/

1. A plane figure with four equal straight sides and four right angles.
- Example: The carpenter used a square to ensure the corners of the frame were perfectly aligned.
2. An area of land, typically in a city or town, encased by streets.
- Example: The town square was bustling with activity during the annual festival.
3. The result of multiplying a number by itself.
- Example: The square of four is sixteen.

1. To make something square in shape or to adjust to be in line.
- Example: He used the tool to square the edges of the wooden plank.
2. To settle or balance accounts.
- Example: We need to square up with the contractor by the end of the week.

1. Having the shape or appearance of a square.
- Example: The chef prepared a square piece of cake for each guest.
2. Conventional or old-fashioned; not trendy.
- Example: She thought his square tastes in music were amusing.

Middle English: squared, from Old French escrier, from Latin quadratum 'a square' from quadrus 'four-sided'.

square deal:

A fair transaction or agreement.

square away:

To arrange or organize something.

back to square one:

To start over from the beginning.

rectangle:

A shape with opposite sides equal and four right angles.

quadrant:

One of the four sections of a Cartesian coordinate plane.

geometry:

The branch of mathematics involving points, lines, planes, and figures.

Meaning: Someone who is boring or very conventional.

Example Sentence: Don't be such a square; come out and have some fun!

Meaning: A person who does not enjoy risky or adventurous activities.

Example Sentence: He's a total square when it comes to partying.