foursquare

English

/ˈfɔːskwɛː/

adj
Definitions
  • Having four equal sides; square.
  • (by extension) Solid, robust.
  • (cryptography) Pertaining to a .
  • (architecture) A boxy style of domestic architecture with four rooms to a floor, one of which is usually a stair hall.
  • Pertaining to the .

Etymology

Compound from English four + English square (grid).

Origin

English

square

Gloss

grid

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