Square

US /skwɛr/

UK /skweə(r)/

A2

noun

  • Shape with 4 equal length sides and 4 equal angles
  • An open, typically four-sided area surrounded by buildings.
  • The product of a number multiplied by itself.
  • The result of multiplying Length by the width
  • Open public area in the middle of the town
  • A plane figure with four equal straight sides and four right angles.

adjective

  • Being fair or honest
  • Honest and fair.
  • Old-fashioned and not modern or fashionable.
  • Multiply a number by itself e.g. 2x2 or 6x6

adverb

  • In an honest or direct way

verb

  • To make something balance or be equal
  • To multiply a number by itself, e.g. 2x2 or 6x8
  • To straighten the edge to form a four-sided shape

other

  • Multiply (a number) by itself.
  • Settle (a bill or account).

Examples

The grid doesn't look quite square.

Cut the sandwiches into neat squares.