Definition of Quartering
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(a.) Coming from a point well abaft the beam, but not directly astern; -- said of waves or any moving object.
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(a.) At right angles, as the cranks of a locomotive, which are in planes forming a right angle with each other.
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(n.) A station.
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(n.) Assignment of quarters for soldiers; quarters.
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(n.) The division of a shield containing different coats of arms into four or more compartments.
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(n.) One of the different coats of arms arranged upon an escutcheon, denoting the descent of the bearer.
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(n.) A series of quarters, or small upright posts. See Quarter, n., 1 (m) (Arch.)
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(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Quartter
Antonyms of Quartering
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Homophones of Quartering
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