Meaning of the word quadrate in English

What does quadrate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

quadrate

US /ˈkwɑːd.reɪt/
UK /ˈkwɒd.reɪt/

Adjective

having four sides and four angles; square or rectangular

Example:
The room had a perfectly quadrate shape.
The ancient temple featured several large quadrate pillars.

Noun

a bone in the skull of most vertebrates, connecting the lower jaw to the skull

Example:
The paleontologist examined the dinosaur's quadrate bone.
Birds have a highly mobile quadrate bone, allowing for a wide gape.