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/ˈrɛktæŋɡ(ə)l/ · rec·tan·gle
noun
  1. A quadrilateral having opposing sides parallel and four right angles. The architect designed the building with a large rectangle as the main facade.
  2. A shape with four right angles and two sets of parallel sides. The geometry teacher asked students to draw a rectangle with a given set of dimensions.
adjective
  1. Having four right angles and two sets of parallel sides. The rectangle-shaped room had large windows on two sides.
Did you know? The term 'rectangle' is used in various fields, including architecture, engineering, and art, to describe a shape with specific properties.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026