I hear that a lot and never understood the specific definition of that word
2006-12-16 19:21:18 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay
Everything in order with no loose ends.
2006-12-16 19:27:31 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Most commonly used in the military. Everything is in order, and in perfect shape. It is used most often when referring to ranks of men (since everyone must be perfectly in line in formation and an equal distance from one another) or when referring to their bunks. (Shoes have to be squarely lined with the corners, under the bed, same goes for lockers, etc.) Basically, lined up and even.
In the civilian world, It's used pretty much the same way, to mean "everythings set" or "everything is good or ready to go".
2006-12-17 03:30:59 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
SQUARED AWAY - "from the nautical meaning of having changed a sailing ship's positions to that of the prevailing wind, with the yards turned at right angles to the deck."
Which I guess also answers "What does is mean when everything is Ship-Shape"
2006-12-17 03:33:55 · answer #3 · answered by Sidoney 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To use one cliche to define another:
"To be squared away" means to "have all your ducks in a row."
2006-12-17 06:57:21 · answer #4 · answered by JD 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It means to have everyhting in order, tidy and under control.
2006-12-17 03:28:45 · answer #5 · answered by ladybird 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋