# quadrangle

/kwˈɒdɹæŋɡəl/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/quadrangle
Updated: 2026-05-20

## Definition

a flat, four-sided area of land, often surrounded by buildings. You often see this in old universities or large parks.

For teachers: a four-sided area of land, typically enclosed by buildings or fences. Often refers to the central courtyard of a university campus or a formal garden layout.

## Examples

- The students gathered in the quadrangle for the graduation ceremony.
- The university's main quadrangle is a beautiful example of Gothic architecture, featuring a central clock tower and ivy-covered stone walls.
- The architect designed the library to be the focal point of the quadrangle, ensuring that the building's grand entrance faced the central lawn where students often gather.

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