Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
quadrilatero
noun
/kwɒdrɪˈlætəroʊ/
Definition
A quadrilateral is a polygon with four edges (sides) and four vertices (corners).
Examples
- The square is a special type of quadrilateral where all sides are equal.
- A rectangle is another common example of a quadrilateral.
- Every quadrilateral has a sum of interior angles equal to 360 degrees.
Meaning
In geometry, a quadrilateral refers to any shape that is defined by four straight lines connecting to form a closed figure.
Synonyms
- quadrangle
- four-sided figure
- four-gon