quadrangle — A four-sided geometric figure; a rectangular courtyard surrounded by buildings
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A four-sided geometric figure; a rectangular courtyard surrounded by buildings
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkwɑːdræŋɡəl/
Example Sentences
- The math teacher drew a perfect quadrangle on the board and said, 'This shape has trust issues - it always needs four corners to feel secure!'
- Oxford's famous quadrangle has witnessed centuries of academic debates and student pranks.
- The architect designed the hospital around a peaceful quadrangle where patients could relax.
quadrangle
NOUN[/ˈkwɑːdræŋɡəl/]
A four-sided geometric figure; a rectangular courtyard surrounded by buildings
Four-sided courtyard surrounded by buildings
In the quadrangle, rectangle meets triangle!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin, literally meaning 'four angles.' The term evolved into an architectural designation during the medieval period when universities began arranging buildings in rectangular formations around a central courtyard.
Breakdown
quadri- (four) + -angulus (angle), from Latin quadri- (four) and angulus (corner, angle).
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📝Examples
“The math teacher drew a perfect quadrangle on the board and said, 'This shape has trust issues - it always needs four corners to feel secure!'”
“Oxford's famous quadrangle has witnessed centuries of academic debates and student pranks.”
“The architect designed the hospital around a peaceful quadrangle where patients could relax.”
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