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square foot

American  
[skwair foot] / ˈskwɛər ˈfʊt /

noun

plural

square feet

  1. a unit of area measurement equal to a square measuring one foot on each side; 0.0929 square meters. ft 2 , sq. ft.

Etymology

Origin of square foot

First recorded in 1670–80

Example Sentences

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“I think the 5,000- and 7,500 -square-foot homes are a thing of the past for a large percentage of the populace.”

From Seattle Times • May 23, 2024

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