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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

  • (..) - I need you to have a better attitude. - I have a great... -...attitude. - Ouch. The Special's in the northwest quadrant. They've hit our silly cloud stabilizers! Let's go! We need to get Emmet out of here. - Can't we build something? (..)
    2014 The Lego Movie