rectangular

adjective

rect·​an·​gu·​lar rek-ˈtaŋ-gyə-lər How to pronounce rectangular (audio)
1
: shaped like a rectangle
a rectangular area
2
a
: crossing, lying, or meeting at a right angle
rectangular axes
b
: having edges, surfaces, or faces that meet at right angles : having faces or surfaces shaped like rectangles
rectangular parallelepipeds
a rectangular solid
rectangularity noun
rectangularly adverb

Examples of rectangular in a Sentence

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The remote is a simple rectangular wand with a large circular navigation pad near the top. PCMAG, 6 Nov. 2024 Other campers may prefer a rectangular sleeping bag design for more room to move around. Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 4 Nov. 2024 The Barn These elegant new frames feature a modern, rectangular shape with a secure fit for daily wear. Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY, 4 Nov. 2024 There's also a slim rectangular water reservoir built into the side of the machine. Anthony Karcz, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for rectangular 

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1560, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of rectangular was circa 1560

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“Rectangular.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rectangular. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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rectangular

adjective
rect·​an·​gu·​lar rek-ˈtaŋ-gyə-lər How to pronounce rectangular (audio)
1
: shaped like a rectangle
a rectangular building
2
: having edges, faces, or surfaces that meet at right angles : having faces or surfaces shaped like rectangles
a rectangular solid
rectangular blocks
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