rectangular
Translation
rectangular
Examples
She bought a rectangular table for the dining room.
She bought a rectangular table for the dining room.
The swimming pool is rectangular in shape.
The swimming pool is rectangular in shape.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an)) rectangular ((noun)) I need a rectangular piece of wood.
((sth.)) is rectangular The garden is rectangular.
Similar Words
Synonyms: oblong; Antonyms: circular, square, triangular
Etymology
From Latin 'rectus' (right) + 'angulus' (angle). It literally means 'having right angles'.
Memory Tips
Think of the noun 'rectangle'. 'Rectangular' is simply the adjective form to describe something with that shape.