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
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The room had a perfectly quadrate shape.
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The ancient temple featured several large quadrate pillars.
Noun
a bone in the skull of most vertebrates, connecting the lower jaw to the skull
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The paleontologist examined the dinosaur's quadrate bone.
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Birds have a highly mobile quadrate bone, allowing for a wide gape.
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