squarely
Meaning
- In the shape of a square; at right angles.
- Firmly and solidly.
- In a direct, straightforward and honest manner.
Synonyms
Frequency
Hyphenated as
square‧ly
Pronounced as (IPA)
/ˈskwɛə(ɹ).li/
Etymology
From square + -ly. First use appears c. 1557 in the writings of Robert Recorde.
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