English

square

skwɛɚ, skwɛə(ɹ), skwɛː(ɹ)
Meaning: an open area in a town; a geometric shape with four equal sides
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: skwɛə(ɹ), skwɛː(ɹ)

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Example sentences

The kids are playing in the town square.
The kids are playing in the town square.
A large crowd gathered in the square.
A large crowd gathered in the square.
A square has four sides.
A square has four sides.
A large crowd gathered in the city square to hear the mayor's speech.
A large crowd gathered in the city square to hear the mayor's speech.
The annual festival will take place in the city square next month
The annual festival will take place in the city square next month.

Usage Notes

Can refer to the four-sided shape or an open public space in a city.

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