Word Meaning

quartering definition and meaning

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

Crossword clues for quartering

- Lodging