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quadrant

Definition

  • noun: one part of something that is evenly divided into four parts
  • noun: an instrument for measuring altitudes consisting commonly of a graduated arc of 90 degrees with an index or vernier and usually having a plumb line or spirit level for fixing the vertical or horizontal direction

Examples

  • Draw two intersecting lines that divide the page into four 'quadrants'.

  • The town is located in the northwest 'quadrant' of the state.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Come on, come on, come on! Send. Chief, we got guys approaching. Hey. Is that thing loud? Oh, yeah. I forgot my earplugs. Keep your eyes on your assigned quadrants. We don't want to get flanked. You ready, Tig? Here we go. Watch for different tactics. Oz? You lose your tampon? Tig, (..)
    2016 13 Hours