Quadrantal, R. A square vessel used as a measure, the solid contents of which were exactly equal to an amphora. A standard model was kept in the temple of Jupiter Capitolinus.
Quadrelle, O. E. A mace, with four lateral projections, ornamental like the leaves of a flower. (See Planché, Cycl. of Costume, Plate xii. 16.)
Quadrellus, Med. Lat. A quarrel for a cross-bow.
Quadriforis, R. A door folding into four leaves.
Quadriga, R. Generally Quadrigæ (Greek τετραορία or τέθριππος). A chariot in which four horses were yoked abreast. The two strongest horses were harnessed under the yoke in the centre; the others were fastened on each side by means of ropes. (See Currus.)
Quadrigatus, R. A silver denarius, so called from its having a quadriga on the reverse.
Quadrilateral. Four-sided.
Quadriliteral. Consisting of four letters.
Quadrille, Med. (It. squadriglia, dimin. of squadra—our “squadron”—a small party of troops drawn up in a square). Small parties of richly-caparisoned horsemen, who rode at tournaments and public festivals. The modern dance so called was introduced in 1808.
Quadriremis, R. A galley with four banks of rowers.