squaring

Meanings

• The mathematical operation of multiplying a number by itself.

  - "Example 1: 2 squared is equal to 4, because 2 multiplied by itself equals 4."
  - "Example 2: 3 squared is equal to 9, because 3 multiplied by itself equals 9."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with squaring
square , square root , fair , repair , repare , pare , bare , compare , supercompare , compensate , correspond , respond , react , counteract , affect , impact , stamp , press , imprint , emboss , engrave , carve , etch , sculpt , model

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Homophones

Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

1. squaring (English) : The mathematical operation of multiplying a number by itself.
   

2. squaring (Scottish Gaelic) : A square or rectangular shape.
   

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Variants

List of all variants of squaring that leads to same result
square , squared , squarer , squarers , squares , squaring , square away , squared away , squares away , squaring away , square off , squared off , squares off , squaring off , square up , squared up , squares up , squaring up , square it with , square with , squared with , squares with , squaring with

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The word 'squaring' comes from the Middle English term 'quadren', which meant 'square' or 'quadrilateral' shape. The term 'quadren' eventually evolved into the Modern English term 'squaring'.

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Trivia

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1. {"fact"=>"Squaring is the mathematical operation of multiplying a number by itself. It is a fundamental arithmetic operation used extensively in various branches of mathematics, physics, engineering, and other fields."}

2. {"fact"=>"The term 'squaring' comes from the Middle English term 'quadren', which meant 'square' or 'quadrilateral' shape. The term 'quadren' eventually evolved into the Modern English term 'squaring'."}

3. {"fact"=>"The process of squaring a number involves several steps. First, you write down the number that you want to square. Then, you write the number below itself, creating a pair of identical numbers. Next, you multiply the two numbers together to obtain the square of the original number. For example, to find the square of the number 5, you write down the number 5, and then write it below itself to get a pair of identical numbers. Next, you multiply the two numbers together to get the square of the original number, which is 25."}

4. {"fact"=>"Squaring is an important mathematical concept that has many applications in various fields. For example, in physics, squaring is used to calculate the area of the base of a cylinder or cone, as well as to find the potential energy of an object at a given height above the ground. In engineering, squaring is used to calculate the forces and stresses acting on structures and machines, as well as to determine the dimensions and sizes of various components and assemblies. In finance, squaring is used to calculate the interest payments on loans and mortgages, as well as to determine the future value of investments and retirement accounts. In mathematics, squaring is used extensively in various branches of mathematics, including algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus, and number theory. Squaring is also used in various mathematical applications and constructions, such as square roots, square functions, quadratic equations, quadratic forms, and quadrilaterals."}

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How to Memorize "squaring"

1. visualize
   

   - To remember the definition of squaring, visualize a number being multiplied by itself to form a square or a larger number.

2. associate
   

   - To remember the definition of squaring, associate it with the visualization of a square or a rectangle.

3. mnemonics
   

   - To remember the definition of squaring, use a mnemonic device such as an acronym, a phrase, or a rhyme that helps you recall the definition of squaring.

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