Definition

Adjective: Having the form or outline of a square; possessing four equal sides and four right angles.

Usage

The adjective "square-shaped" describes any object, area, or two-dimensional form whose geometry matches that of a square. It is typically used attributively (before a noun) or predicatively (after a linking verb).

Examples

• The children sat around a square-shaped table.
• The park is not rectangular; it is completely square-shaped.
• She cut the fabric into a square-shaped piece.
• The cookie cutter produces square-shaped biscuits.

Advanced Usage

• Technical/Descriptive Use: In more formal or technical descriptions, "square-shaped" can specify form as opposed to other properties like color or material.
  • The architectural plan features a square-shaped central atrium.

Variants and Related Words

• Square (adj): While "square" can also describe shape (e.g., a square box), it has many other meanings (e.g., fair, old-fashioned). "Square-shaped" is often used for clarity to emphasize the geometric form specifically.
• Quadrate (adj, formal): A less common synonym meaning square or rectangular.
• Squared (adj): Often refers to something that has been made square or marked with squares, not necessarily being a perfect square itself (e.g., squared paper).

Synonyms

• Quadrangular
• Four-sided (with right angles implied)

Antonyms

• Round
• Circular
• Oval
• Rectangular (if emphasizing the equality of sides)

Adjective

1. shaped like a square