Where did the origin of the word " Squared Circle" come from?

Question

Why is the pro-wrestling ring reffered to as a RING ?

Isnt a ring round ?

And why is it called a squared Circle ?? Since when is a circle squared ?

Answer 1

you have way too much time on your hands for asking a stupid question

Answer 2

well The term squared circle is often used by wrestling promotions and promoters to refer to the ring. It comes from the mathematical problem of squaring the circle, or simply that it is referred to as a "ring," (circle) but is square in shape.

There is also belief that it is a reference to traditional Greco-Roman wrestling, which consists of a mat on a floor with a ring painted on it in which the action takes place. This format is still used by amateur wrestling leagues throughout the world.

for the pro wrestling ring referred as a ring: A wrestling ring is the ring stage that professional wrestlers wrestle in.

Wrestling rings are generally composed of an elevated steel beam and wood plank stage covered by foam padding and a canvas mat, with the sides then covered with a "skirt" to prevent spectators from seeing underneath. Around the "ring" are three cables (the "ring ropes") wrapped in various types of piping (generally rubber hosing and tape), which are held up by turnbuckles. World Wrestling Entertainment and some independent groups use real rope, as opposed to cables.

Wrestling rings vary in shape and size, with most measuring between 14 and 20 feet on each side, measured between the turnbuckles. WWE uses a 20-foot ring while the past promotions of World Championship Wrestling and Extreme Championship Wrestling used an 18-foot ring. Because of this, the 18-foot ring is commonly held as the "standard" for wrestling rings in the United States and Canada. Rings typically include an "apron" area of the ring floor, extending between one and two feet beyond the ropes; the ring floor is generally between three and four feet above the ground.

Answer 3

i've wondered that same thing for a long time. i think maybe it is because it refers to either amature wrestling and sumo which were around long before "pro" wrestling. and they both use circle rings. i dont really know. maybe it is because the ring is square instead of a circle i don't have a clue.

Answer 4

Uh...Whatever it is, I would guess its the same reason a boxing ring is called a boxing ring...

Answer 5

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