quare

/ˈkwɛər/; /ˈkwɑr/; /ˈkwɒr/; /ˈkwɔr/; /kwɑr/

Definitions

1. noun

A square or quadrangle, especially one enclosed by buildings.

“The quire was surrounded by beautiful gardens.”

2. noun

An archaic spelling of ‘quadrature’ or a measure of four.

“The ancient mathematician studied the quare of the circle.”

3. verb

To make or shape into a square.

“The carpenter quared the wood to create a perfect square.”

4. verb

To settle or quiet, especially a dispute or a quarrel.

“The wise elder quared the argument between the two friends.”

5. verb

To make a square or quadrangular shape.

“The artist quared the canvas to create a beautiful pattern.”

Synonyms

  • quadrangle
  • quadrature
  • square

Antonyms

  • irregular
  • round