Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

esquadro

noun
/ɛsˈkwɑːdroʊ/
Definition
A tool used in carpentry, metalworking, and construction to check or create right angles.
Examples
  • He used the esquadro to ensure that the corners of the frame were perfectly aligned.
  • When constructing the bookshelf, make sure to check each angle with the esquadro.
Meaning
In English, ‘esquadro’ translates to ‘square’, referring to both the tool itself and the concept of a right angle.
Synonyms
  • Square
  • Carpenter’s square
  • Right angle tool