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- [kwod-rang-guh l]
- /ˈkwɒdˌræŋ gəl/
- /ˈkwɔdræŋgl/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [kwod-rang-guh l]
- /ˈkwɒdˌræŋ gəl/
Definitions of quadrangle word
- noun quadrangle a plane figure having four angles and four sides, as a square. 1
- noun quadrangle a square or quadrangular space or court that is surrounded by a building or buildings, as on a college campus. 1
- noun quadrangle the building or buildings around such a space or court. 1
- noun quadrangle the area shown on one of the standard topographic map sheets published by the U.S. Geological Survey: approximately 17 miles (27 km) north to south and from 11 to 15 miles (17 to 24 km) east to west. 1
- noun quadrangle A four-sided plane figure, especially a square or rectangle. 1
- noun quadrangle courtyard 1
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Origin of quadrangle
First appearance:
before 1400 One of the 24% oldest English words
1400-50; late Middle English < Late Latin quadrangulum, noun use of neuter of Latin quadrangulus, quadriangulus four-cornered. See quadr-, angle1
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Parts of speech for Quadrangle
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quadrangle popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 71% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
quadrangle usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for quadrangle
noun quadrangle
- courtyard — A courtyard is an open area of ground which is surrounded by buildings or walls.
- quad — quadriplegic: a special ward for quads.
- patio — an area, usually paved, adjoining a house and used as an area for outdoor lounging, dining, etc.
- piazza — an open square or public place in a city or town, especially in Italy.
- plaza — a public square or open space in a city or town.
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