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Definition of squareness

squareness

/ˈskwɛərnəs/
square · ness
Adverb:squarely
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Adjective:square
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squareness Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The state or quality of having the geometric form of a square, or of having edges and surfaces that meet at accurate right angles.

Example

"The carpenter used a steel framing tool to check the squareness of the cabinet corners before gluing the joints."

2

The quality of being honest, fair, and direct in one's dealings or conduct.

Example

"Everyone in the community respected the merchant for the absolute squareness of his business dealings."

3

The quality of being rigidly conventional, old-fashioned, or out of touch with modern cultural trends (informal).

Example

"In his youth, he rebelled against the perceived squareness of suburban life by joining an experimental jazz band."

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• Rhymes for squareness

• Nearby Words

squanderer
square
squarely
squareness
squaretail
squarish
squash

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Squareness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/squareness
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