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squaremouth

squaremouth

8.6
An opening with a square shape used in pipes or machines
  • noun
  • Specialized
: boca cuadrada
  • A squaremouth can provide a better seal in certain types of piping.

Examples

  • The technician checked the squaremouth opening for any signs of wear or damage.

  • A squaremouth is essential for this design.

  • The engineer designed a squaremouth for the new water intake system.

  • The engineer designed a squaremouth for the new ventilation system.

  • The engineer designed a new squaremouth opening for the ventilation system to improve air circulation.

  • The blueprint included a squaremouth for efficient access during maintenance.

  • In technical drawings, a squaremouth feature is often labeled to specify its dimensions.

Surface Forms

squaremouth singular
squaremouths plural

Morphology

squaremouth = square + mouth (transparent) = square + mouth

The compound is a direct combination of 'square' + 'mouth' whose meaning (a mouth/opening that is square) follows straightforwardly from its parts.

Etymology

Squaremouth is made from square and mouth, and it means a 'square' 'opening'. Think of a 'mouth' as any hole or opening, like a river 'mouth', so a squaremouth is a square-shaped opening often used in engineering and piping.