adj.
Pronunciation: ' skwer-l ē
Function: adverb
Date: 1564
1 : in a straightforward or honest manner <we must squarely face the issue>
2 a : EXACTLY , PRECISELY < squarely in the middle> b : so as to make solid contact <hit the ball squarely > <feet squarely planted>
3 : in a square form or manner : so as to be square <a squarely cut dress>
4 : in a plain or unequivocal manner <the responsibility lies squarely with us> <align ourselves squarely with our allies>