A common binding knot in which the terminal and standing parts are parallel to each other.

to get ready for a fight / to adopt a fighting stance / to face (someone) in a contest / to pay back money that is owed

plural of town square

An open area commonly found in the heart of a traditional town, used for community gatherings.

(automotive) Of internal combustion engine designs, having piston diameter less than its stroke distance.

(automotive) Of an internal combustion engine design, in which the diameter of the piston is greater than its stroke distance.

(Britain, slang, military) Marching drills and other military exercises practiced on a parade ground.

(Canada, US) To get ready for a confrontation (debate, argument, fight). / (industrial design) To increase the boxiness of (a design).

plural of magic square

A heterosquare in which the sums form a sequence of consecutive numbers.