quadrant
Quadrant (noun) means one of four sections created when an area is divided by two perpendicular lines. Example: “The graph plots data across all four quadrants.”
How to Use Quadrant
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA quarter section of something — a circle, a graph, or a measuring tool based on a 90-degree arc.
Word Forms
quadrants plural, quadrants plural
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The graph plots data across all four _____.
Etymology
From Latin quadrans, "a quarter part," through Old French — the same root family as "quarter" and "quart."
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What does “quadrant” mean?
The word “quadrant” means one of four sections created when an area is divided by two perpendicular lines. In plain terms, a quarter section of something — a circle, a graph, or a measuring tool based on a 90-degree arc.
How do you pronounce “quadrant”?
“Quadrant” is pronounced KWOD-ruhnt (/ˈkwɑ.dɹənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “quadrant” in a sentence?
Here is “quadrant” used in a sentence: “The graph plots data across all four quadrants.”
What part of speech is “quadrant”?
“Quadrant” is a noun.
Where does the word “quadrant” come from?
The word “quadrant” comes from Latin. From Latin quadrans, "a quarter part," through Old French — the same root family as "quarter" and "quart.".
Is “quadrant” a common word?
“Quadrant” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “quadrant” have?
“Quadrant” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: one of four sections created when an area is divided by two perpendicular lines.
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