What is another word for quadrangle?

Pronunciation: [kwˈɒdɹaŋɡə͡l] (IPA)

A quadrangle is a four-sided figure or a square-shaped space enclosed by walls, buildings, or other physical boundaries. Synonyms for this word include square, courtyard, plaza, quad, and campus. A square is a geometric figure that has four equal sides and angles and is often used to describe the shape of a quadrangle. A courtyard refers to an open space within a building complex that is often surrounded by walls. A plaza, on the other hand, is a public square or open space in a city or town that is typically surrounded by buildings or other structures. The term quad, which is short for quadrangle, often describes a rectangular or square-shaped open space, particularly in a college or university setting. Finally, a campus may refer to the grounds and buildings of a university, college, or school, which typically includes one or more quadrangles or squares.

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What are the hypernyms for Quadrangle?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Quadrangle?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for quadrangle (as nouns)

Usage examples for Quadrangle

He, at length, broke his way past the affrighted females, and terror-stricken monks, who impeded his course; but the strength with which his eagerness to proceed inspired him, was even greater than that which their fear gave to the latter; and, triumphing over all obstacles, he reached a large quadrangle, on the right of which appeared a broad staircase, which he knew must lead in the direction where Clara had been.
"The Prime Minister"
W.H.G. Kingston
He also designed the western towers of Westminster Abbey, often wrongly ascribed to Wren, and the second quadrangle of All Souls' College, Oxford.
"Our Homeland Churches and How to Study Them"
Sidney Heath
Charles closed the lid, seated himself upon it, drew up his legs, and gazed out across the quadrangle.
"Hetty Wesley"
Sir Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch

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