Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
square-peg
noun
/ˈskwɛr ˌpɛɡ/
Definition
A person or thing that is not suited for a particular situation or role.
Examples
- He felt like a square-peg in the corporate environment, struggling to adapt to the rigid structure.
- In a world full of expectations, she proudly embraced her identity as a square-peg.
Meaning
The term ‘square-peg’ is often used to describe someone who does not fit into a conventional or expected role, similar to the saying ‘square peg in a round hole.’
Synonyms
- misfit
- outsider
- odd one out
