on the square
on the square by Stop the Pendulum September 5, 2005
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on the square
A member of the free mason's. The free masons have a number of rituals one of which involves a novice showing there development by moving around a square that it on the floor of a Masonic Hall
on the square by Barry Otter August 22, 2023
On the Square
A Freemasonic term based on the square level used by ancient & modern stone masons. According to "Encyclopedia of Freemasonry, Vol II, Albert Mackey" the meaning of the square is:
"... In Freemasonry, it is a symbol of morality. This is its general signification, and is applied in various ways: 1. It presents itself to the neophyte as one of the three great lights; 2. To the Fellow-Craft as one of his working tools; 3. To the Master Mason as the official emblem of the Master of the Lodge" (Enc. of Freemasonry Vol II, Albert Mackey pp. 708)
Thus, the term "on the square" is much the same as "squared away," or "fair and square." To talk to a person "on the square" means to talk in a blunt and straightforward manner, as not to beat around the bush.
"... In Freemasonry, it is a symbol of morality. This is its general signification, and is applied in various ways: 1. It presents itself to the neophyte as one of the three great lights; 2. To the Fellow-Craft as one of his working tools; 3. To the Master Mason as the official emblem of the Master of the Lodge" (Enc. of Freemasonry Vol II, Albert Mackey pp. 708)
Thus, the term "on the square" is much the same as "squared away," or "fair and square." To talk to a person "on the square" means to talk in a blunt and straightforward manner, as not to beat around the bush.
On the Square by SerenityJosh February 27, 2025
kidding on the square
kidding on the square by Anonymous November 9, 2003
lying on the square
A term created by Al Franken, used to reference when someone is saying something as a joke, but they know that its the truth.
lying on the square by Mike Zimmermann February 2, 2006
winning on the square
To win, or achieve success without any foul play, cheating, or manipulation.. By completely fair & ethical & honorable means.
Congrats on coming in 1st place John. You were awesome! I know you worked hard, & all that practice paid off. Thats straight winning on the square!
winning on the square by littledesertflower September 24, 2011
Joking on the Square
A diplomatic way of telling a friend their outfit sucks, their boyfriend is ugly, they need to use more conditioner, etc. by making a joke about it like you’re kidding.
Usually they will get the hint without getting mad.
Usually they will get the hint without getting mad.
Hey Megan, (laughing) man I love those jeans, I haven’t been able to find those lately, did you get them at a garage sale?
Megan: Are you joking on the square dude??
Megan: Are you joking on the square dude??
Joking on the Square by Richfolk September 23, 2021
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British slang for a scientist or technical expert, esp . when the speaker is not certain of the expert’s specific field of study. Not necessarily derogatory, but typically used by persons without a technical background. In the US, the equivalent would be “egghead”, “squint”, or “geek.”
Origin of the word is unknown. Started sometime in World War 2. Given the typical evolution of British slang, could easily have started because what these experts did was confusing or “baffling” to the common person.
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