square
Translation
square, plaza, fair
Examples
A square has four equal sides.
A square has four equal sides.
Let's meet in the town square.
Let's meet in the town square.
The table is square.
The table is square.
We need to get a square deal.
We need to get a square deal.
Grammar Patterns
a square (noun) a shape with four equal sides A square has four equal sides.
a town square (noun) an open area in a town Let's meet in the town square.
to be square (adjective) to be shaped like a square The table is square.
a square deal (adjective) a fair agreement We need to get a square deal.
Similar Words
Synonyms (noun): rectangle; (place): plaza; (adjective): fair, honest
Etymology
From Old French 'esquare', from Latin 'exquadrare' (to make square).
Memory Tips
The balanced shape of a 'square' helps remember its other meanings: a central town 'square' and a 'square' (fair) deal.