adj
quaternary
Quaternary (adj) means of fourth rank or order.
adj
1
Of fourth rank or order.
2
Of a mathematical expression containing e.g. x⁴.
3
Relating to or in number base four.
4
quaternary ammonium.
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Etymology
Derived from Latin quaternārius (“containing or consisting of four”), from quaternī (“four each”, “four at a time”) + -ārius (whence the English suffix -ary); compare the French quaternaire.
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What is the meaning of quaternary?
"quaternary" (adj) means of fourth rank or order.
What are the different meanings of quaternary?
"quaternary" has 3 main meanings: 1. Of fourth rank or order; 2. Of a mathematical expression containing e.g. x⁴; 3. Relating to or in number base four.