quadrate

/ˈkwɒdrɪt/ or /ˈkwɑːdrɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

a square or a shape with four right angles, especially a part of a geometric figure or design.

“The architect designed a quadrate floor plan for the new office building.”

2. verb

to make something square or to turn it into a square shape.

“The carpenter will quadrate the corners of the table to prevent them from chipping.”

3. verb

to place or arrange something in a square or quadrate position.

“The artist quadrate the four paintings on the wall to create a balanced composition.”

Synonyms

  • quadrilateral
  • square

Antonyms

  • circle
  • oval