sesquiquadrate

English

WOTD – 3 February 2011

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 [90°] + a semisquare [45°]; abbrv. Ses).

Translations

astrology: 135° angle between celestial objects

• Finnish: puolitoistaneliö

See also

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