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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

  • (..) ... percent of the public believe the terrorist is still alive. We're also showing a -percent increase... ...over last month's positive mention in all four quadrants. - - We're handling it as best we can. Arrests are as high as they've been since the Reclamation. - What's all this about? (..)
    2005 V for Vendetta