Etymology

quadratus

qua·dra·tus
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Today it means: Any of several roughly square or rectangular muscles, e.g. in the abdomen, thigh, and eye socket. Full definition →

Latin quadratus
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  1. Latin · derived fromquadratus
  2. English todayquadratus

From Latin quadratus, perfect passive participle of quadro (“to make square”).

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