Definition of square - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
geometryshape with four equal sides and right angles
- The square has four equal sides.
2.
urban areaopen area in a town, often with trees
- We met at the town square.
3.
mathematicsTECH. product of a number multiplied by itselfTECH.
- The square of 4 is 16.
4.
socialUS conservative or old-fashioned personUS
- He is such a square, always following the rules.
5.
measurementTECH. tool for measuring right anglesTECH.
- He used a square to check the angle.
6.
cricketTECH. UK central area of a cricket fieldTECH. UK
- The players gathered on the square.
Adjective
1.
shapehaving four equal sides and four right angles
- The table has a square top.
2.
honestyhonest and fair
- He gave me a square deal.
3.
traditionUS old-fashioned or conventionalUS
- His square views don't fit in today's world.
Verb
1.
mathematicsTECH. multiply a number by itselfTECH.
- To find the area, square the length of the side..
2.
shapeTECH. make something have straight sides and a right angleTECH.
- He squared the wood block for the project..
3.
agreementmake something agree or fit
- Their stories didn't square with each other.
4.
financeTECH. settle or balance a financial accountTECH.
- She squared her debts before the end of the month..
5.
soccerTECH. UK make a short sideways passTECH. UK
- He squared the ball to his teammate.
Adverb
1.
honestyin a direct and honest manner
- He dealt with everyone square..
2.
alignmentat right angles or in a straight line
- The shelves were placed square against the wall.
Images of square
shape with four equal sides and right angles 
open area in a town, often with trees
Expressions with square
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shoes with a square-shaped toe
She wore stylish square toes to the party.
having equal scores in a game or competition
The teams were all square at halftime..
someone who watches too much TV
He is known for being a square eyes in the family.
nutritious meal that provides all needed food groups
After work, he enjoyed a square meal.
position shoulders back in a straight line
He squared his shoulders before entering the room.
stand straight and push your shoulders back
Square your shoulders, take a breath, and walk onstage confidently.
returning to the start after a failure
After the project failed, we were back to square one.
agree that no one owes anything
After the trade, they decided to call it square.
starting again from the very beginning
After the error, we had to start from square one.
in a straightforward or honest manner
He answered the question square on without hesitation.
first stage of a process or after starting over
After the mistake, we are back to square one.
someone or something that does not fit well in a setting
He felt like a square peg in a round hole at the new job.
prepare to fight or confront someone
He squared up to his opponent in the ring.
resolve debts to achieve financial balance
They worked hard to get accounts square with their creditors.
get approval or permission from someone for something
I need to square it with my boss first.
prepare for a confrontation or conflict
The two teams squared off before the match.
a situation where someone is unsuitable for a role or place
The team struggled with square pegs in round holes causing problems.
have no debts or obligations left with someone
After I paid him back, I was square with him.
within the rules without any cheating
He completed the test fair and square.
pay back money or favor to make things even
I need to get square with him for lunch yesterday.
eat a full and healthy meal
After work, I like to have a square meal.
person unsuited for a particular role or situation
He felt like a round peg in a square hole at work.
resolve a dispute or disagreement
They decided to square accounts with each other after the argument.
prepare something for use or action
The crew squared away the boat for the upcoming journey..
Origin of square
Latin, quadratus (made square)
Terms with square included in their meaning
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mathematics
geometric figure like circle or square
mathematics
measure of surface extent in square units
fight venue
square platform with ropes for boxing matches
butcher's tool
heavy knife with a large square blade
cooking
food cut into square pieces
hygiene
small square of cloth used for wiping the face or nose
architecture
structure with triangular outer surfaces and a square base
abr: square
open area in a city where streets meet
game
square or rectangular piece used in games
wrestling area
square platform for wrestling matches
land measurement
unit of area equal to 4840 square yards
treat recipe
apricot-based square, baked with crust or pressed with nuts
food
small square piece of rich chocolate cake
geometry
solid with six equal square faces
measurement
extent of land measured in square units
form
small square on a form for marking with a tick
games
square board with 64 squares for chess
fairness
fair and square without any advantage
architecture
open public square in a town or city
animals
medium-sized dog with a square-jawed muzzle
fashion
wide heel often square in shape
town planning
public square or marketplace in an Italian town
abr: Quick Response code
black and white square barcode for scanning information
small dwelling
very small house often less than 400 square feet
Examples of square in a sentence
In math class, we learned how to calculate the area of a square. The festival was held in the main square. Artists displayed their work in the square. She calculated the square of 9 in her head. The square of 5 is 25, which he quickly noted. My uncle is a square when it comes to music.
Don't be such a square, try something new! A square is essential for carpentry work. He checked the alignment using a square. Fielders spread out across the square before the next over. The groundskeeper watered the square early that morning. The room was designed with square windows. He drew a square diagram on the board. Her square approach earned everyone's trust. They appreciated his square judgment in the matter. Her square fashion sense was outdated. He had a square approach to modern technology. You need to square the radius to get the area of the circle. To solve the equation, first square the variable. She squared the edges of the fabric. They squared the frame before assembling it. Can these figures square with the budget? Her explanation squared with the evidence. He squared the accounts after the audit. They squared their financial records annually. She squared the ball to avoid the defender. The player squared it perfectly for a goal. She answered the questions square. He always played the game square. The picture was hung square on the wall. He stood square in front of the door.
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- French:carré, honnête, ...
- German:Quadrat, quadratisch, ...
- Italian:quadrato, onesto, ...
- Spanish:cuadrado, de forma cuadrada, ...
- Portuguese:quadrado, justo, ...
- Chinese:正方形, 方形的, ...
- Japanese:正方形, 四角い, ...
- Arabic:مُرَبَّع, صَادِق, ...
- Hebrew:רִיבּוּעַ, רִבּוּעִי, ...
- Russian:квадрат, квадратный, ...
- Ukrainian:квадрат, квадратний, ...
- Hindi:वर्ग, वर्गाकार, ...
Definition of Square - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
nameRare family name used by some peopleRare
- Ms. Square will speak after the break.
- Professor Square published a landmark study on climate policy.
- The Squares have lived in this town for generations.
Expressions with Square
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public square in Vatican City near St. Peter's Basilica
Thousands gathered at St. Peter's Square for the Pope's blessing.
large plaza in Beijing, China
Tourists visit Tiananmen Square to see the monuments.
public plaza in New York City known for events
Many protests are held at Union Square in New York City.
square in New York City known for theaters and lights
Times Square is always bustling with tourists.
public square in central London
Trafalgar Square is a popular tourist attraction in London.
Origin of Square
Latin, quadrare (make square)
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- Arabic:سْكْوِير, ...
- Hebrew:סְקוּוֶור, ...
- Russian:Сквер, ...
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- Hindi:स्क्वेयर, ...
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