squareness

squareness — noun

1. The degree to which an object or shape has the properties of a square — four equ

1.名詞C1
釋義

The degree to which an object or shape has the properties of a square — four equal sides that meet at 90-degree angles.

例句

Nadia checked the squareness of the wooden frame with a set square before gluing.

collocation: check the squareness of [object]

The architect was unhappy with the squareness of the kitchen tiles after laying them.

同義詞
  • rectangularity

    Broader term — applies to any right-angled four-sided shape, while squareness requires equal sides.

  • angular precision

    Focuses on the accuracy of the corners rather than the overall shape.

反義詞
  • roundness

    Refers to curved, circular shapes rather than sharp-edged ones.

文法句型

the squareness of + noun phrase

用法筆記

Uncountable noun — no plural form. Most common in practical, hands-on contexts such as carpentry, design, construction, and geometry. Not used for abstract or figurative meanings of 'square' (such as honesty or fairness).

常見錯誤

❌I checked the squareness of his personality.
✅I checked the squareness of the table corner.
💡'squareness' refers only to physical shape, not character traits.
❌The squarenesses of the two boards were different.
✅The squareness of the two boards was different.
💡'squareness' is uncountable and does not take a plural form.