rectangular
Pronunciation: [rɛkˈtæŋɡjələr]
Word
Context: “shape”
(adjective) when something has four sides and all the corners are right angles. It looks like a box or a rectangle. You can think of things like a book or a picture frame that have this shape.
Example
The table in the dining room is rectangular, making it perfect for family dinners.
Example
The ball isn't rectangular; it's round and can roll easily.
Example
Is that window rectangular or does it have a different shape?
Context: “geometry”
(adjective) used to describe shapes and figures in math. This meaning is important when studying geometry because it helps us understand how different shapes work together.
Example
In math class, we learned that a rectangular shape has opposite sides that are equal.
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A triangular shape is not rectangular because it has three sides.
Example
Can you find a rectangular shape in your classroom?
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