Square

Geometric shape with four equal sides and four right angles, An open, typically four-sided area surrounded by buildings in a city or town, To make something straight, even, or symmetrical, To settle a debt or obligation

Square - Meanings

Geometric shape with four equal sides and four right angles

Example: The table has a square top.

Usage: formalContext: mathematics, architecture, design

Note: In mathematics, a square is a regular quadrilateral with all four sides of equal length and all four angles at 90 degrees.

An open, typically four-sided area surrounded by buildings in a city or town

Example: Let's meet at the town square.

Usage: informalContext: urban settings, social gatherings

Note: Squares are often central meeting points in cities and towns, where people gather for various activities.

To make something straight, even, or symmetrical

Example: Please square the papers neatly on the desk.

Usage: formalContext: office settings, organizing tasks

Note: This meaning can also refer to aligning or adjusting something to be orderly or correct.

To settle a debt or obligation

Example: I need to square up with my friend for the concert tickets.

Usage: informalContext: friendship, financial transactions

Note: This informal usage implies making a situation fair or right by paying what is owed.

Square's synonyms

rectangle

A rectangle is a four-sided shape with opposite sides that are equal in length and all angles are right angles.

Example: The room was long and rectangular, with windows on one side.

Note: A rectangle specifically refers to a four-sided shape with opposite sides that are equal in length and all angles are right angles, while a square has all sides equal in length and all angles are right angles.

quadrilateral

A quadrilateral is a polygon with four sides.

Example: A square is a special type of quadrilateral with all sides equal in length.

Note: Quadrilateral is a broader term encompassing any four-sided polygon, while a square is a specific type of quadrilateral with all sides equal in length and all angles right angles.

plaza

A plaza is an open public square or marketplace.

Example: The city square was bustling with activity as people enjoyed the sunny day.

Note: A plaza typically refers to an open public square or marketplace, often used for gatherings or events, while a square can refer to a geometric shape or a specific type of public space.

Square expressions, common phrases

square one

To go back to the beginning or the starting point.

Example: After the project failed, we had to go back to square one and start over.

Note: In this idiom, 'square one' refers to the starting point of something, not a geometric shape.

square off

To prepare to fight or compete against someone.

Example: The two boxers squared off in the ring, ready for the match to begin.

Note: Here, 'square off' means to face off or confront, not to form a four-sided shape.

square deal

An honest and fair agreement or transaction.

Example: I believe in giving everyone a fair and square deal in business.

Note: In this context, 'square' means honest or fair, rather than a geometric shape.

square up

To settle a debt or pay what is owed.

Example: Before leaving the restaurant, we need to square up with the waiter and pay our bill.

Note: In this case, 'square up' means to settle or pay off, not to form a square shape.

square peg in a round hole

Someone who doesn't fit in or belong in a particular situation or environment.

Example: She always felt like a square peg in a round hole at the art school, where everyone else was into science.

Note: Here, 'square peg in a round hole' is a metaphor for someone who is out of place, not a literal geometric shape.

square meal

A substantial and satisfying meal that provides necessary nutrients.

Example: After a long day of hiking, a hearty dinner was just what we needed - a real square meal.

Note: In this idiom, 'square meal' refers to a well-balanced and nutritious meal, not a shape.

fair and square

In an honest, just, and straightforward manner.

Example: We won the game fair and square, without cheating or taking shortcuts.

Note: Here, 'fair and square' means justly and honestly, not in relation to a geometric shape.

Square everyday (slang) expressions

In slang, 'square' can refer to someone who is conventional, old-fashioned, or boring.

Example: They're a bit too square for my taste, always following the rules.

Note: The slang meaning of 'square' is opposite to its original geometric shape meaning.

square eyes

To have 'square eyes' means to have tired or strained eyes from watching TV or looking at screens for too long.

Example: I've been watching TV all day, my eyes feel square!

Note: The term 'square eyes' is a metaphorical expression not related to the literal shape of eyes.

square basher

A 'square basher' is someone who is not interested in or dislikes parties and social gatherings.

Example: He's always the first to leave a party, a real square basher.

Note: The term 'square basher' combines 'square' (conventional) with 'basher' (someone who hits or strikes), indicating a dislike for lively events.

Square - Examples

The shape of the room is square.

The table has a square top.

The building has a square base.

Square grammar

Square - Adjective (Adjective) / Adjective (Adjective)

Lemma: square

Conjugations

Adjective, comparative (Adjective, comparative): squarer

Adjective, superlative (Adjective, superlative): squarest

Adjective (Adjective): square

Adverb (Adverb): square

Noun, plural (Noun, plural): squares

Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): square

Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): squared

Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): squaring

Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): squares

Verb, base form (Verb, base form): square

Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): square

Syllables, Separation and Stress

square Contains 1 syllables: square

Phonetic transcription: ˈskwer

square , ˈskwer (The red syllable is stressed)

Square - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.

square: ~ 2900 (Very common).

This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.

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