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A polygon with four sides of equal length and four right angles; an equilateral rectangle; a regular quadrilateral.

Something characterized by a square, or nearly square, form.

An L- or T-shaped tool used to place objects or draw lines at right angles.

An open space or park, often in the center of a town, not necessarily square in shape, often containing trees, seating and other features pleasing to the eye.

To adjust so as to align with or place at a right angle to something else; in particular:

Example: The casting was mounted on a milling machine so that its sides could be squared.

To resolve or reconcile; to suit or fit.

Example: John can square this question up for us.

To adjust or adapt so as to bring into harmony with something.

Example: I cannot square the results of the experiment with my hypothesis.

Of a value, term or expression, to multiply by itself; to raise to the second power.