squarer

/ˈskwɛər/

Definitions

1. noun

one who or that which squares something

“The carpenter was a skilled squarer of timber for the construction site.”

2. verb

to make something square or to adjust something to be square

“The engineer squarer the edges of the metal plate to ensure a perfect fit.”

3. verb

to make something more just or fair

“The judge’s decision was seen as a squarer of the social injustices in the community.”

4. verb

to bring something into a more correct or normal state

“The doctor’s treatment was a squarer of the patient’s chronic illness.”

Synonyms

  • equalizer
  • rectifier

Antonyms

  • distorter
  • unbalancer