Word: Quadrant
Speech Type: Noun
Etymology:
late Middle English (denoting the astronomical instrument): from Latin quadrans, quadrant- ‘quarter’, from quattuor ‘four’
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈkwɒdr(ə)nt
Dialects: British English
Definition:
each of four quarters of a circle.
Short Definition:each of four quarters of circle
Definition:
an instrument used for taking angular measurements of altitude in astronomy and navigation, typically consisting of a graduated quarter circle and a sighting mechanism.
Short Definition:instrument used for taking angular measurements of altitude
Definition:
a frame fixed to the head of a ship's rudder, to which the steering mechanism is attached.
Short Definition:frame fixed to head of ship's rudder
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