rectangular
/ɹɛkˈtæŋɡjəlɚ/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Having a shape like a rectangle.
Adjective
Examples
rectangular bench
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Having axes that meet each other with right angles.
Adjective
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “rectangular” mean?
Having a shape like a rectangle.
Is “rectangular” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.