quadrangle

noun
UK: /ˈkwɒdˌræŋ.ɡəl/
US: /ˈkwɑːdˌræŋ.ɡəl/

  1. A flat shape with four sides and four angles.

    1. The park has a quadrangle where students can relax.
    2. The old university campus features a beautiful quadrangle surrounded by historic buildings.

  2. A square or rectangular area surrounded by buildings, often found in schools or colleges.

    1. We met in the quadrangle after class to study together.
    2. The students gathered in the college quadrangle to celebrate the end of the semester with music and food.

Synonyms

quad rectangle square court

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "quadrangle" in English means: A flat shape with four sides and four angles., A square or rectangular area surrounded by buildings, often found in schools or colleges..

The phonetic transcription of "quadrangle" is /ˈkwɒdˌræŋ.ɡəl/ in British English and /ˈkwɑːdˌræŋ.ɡəl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "quadrangle": quad, rectangle, square, court.

Example usage of "quadrangle": "The park has a quadrangle where students can relax.". More examples on the page.