quadrangles
/ˈkwɑː.dræŋ.ɡəlz/
NOUN
1. Four-sided geometric shapes
Geometric shapes with four angles and four straight sides; four-sided polygons.
1.1. Four-sided polygons
Geometric figures formed by four straight sides and four angles.
Synonyms
- four-sided polygons
- quadrilaterals
Examples
- The geometry lesson covered several types of quadrangles.
Related Words
- squares
- rectangles
- parallelograms
- rhombuses
- trapezoids
NOUN
2. Enclosed courtyards
Courtyards that have a quadrangular shape, often surrounded by buildings or other structures.
2.1. Courtyard spaces
Open spaces enclosed by buildings or walls, typically arranged in a four-sided layout.
Synonyms
- courtyards
- courts
- quads
- atria
- atriums
Examples
- The university campus has several attractive quadrangles surrounded by historic buildings.
Related Words
- patios
- plazas
- forecourts
- peristyles
- enclosures
- yards