Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
square-inch
noun
/ˈskwɛr ˌɪnʧ/
Definition
A square inch is a unit of area that is equal to a square that measures one inch on each side.
Examples
- The area of the small piece of paper was only 50 square inches.
- We need to calculate how many square inches are in the rectangle.
- The display screen measures 144 square inches.
Meaning
It measures the surface area of an object, indicating how much two-dimensional space it occupies.
Synonyms
- sq in
- square inch unit
