squarish

adjective

squar·​ish ˈskwer-ish How to pronounce squarish (audio)
: somewhat square in form or appearance
squarishly adverb
squarishness noun

Examples of squarish in a Sentence

The dog's nose is squarish.
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Word History

First Known Use

1742, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of squarish was in 1742

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“Squarish.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/squarish. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.

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squarish

adjective
squar·​ish ˈskwa(ə)r-ish How to pronounce squarish (audio)
ˈskwe(ə)r-
: somewhat square in form or appearance

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