sesquiquadrate

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English

Etymology

From sesqui- (one and a half) +‎ quadrate (right-angled).

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˌsɛskwɪˈkwɒdɹət/
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Adjective

sesquiquadrate (not comparable)

  1. (astrology) Of or noting the aspect or position of any two celestial bodies separated by 135°.

Noun

sesquiquadrate (plural sesquiquadrates)

  1. (astronomy) A sesquiquadrate aspect or position; an angle of 135°: (a square + a semisquare ; abbrv. Ses).

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