Defn: A quarterly allowance.
QUARTER-DECK
Quar"ter-deck`, n. (Naut.)
Defn: That part of the upper deck abaft the mainmast, including the poop deck when there is one.
Note: The quarter-deck is reserved as a promenade for the officers and (in passenger vessels) for the cabin passengers.
QUARTERED
Quar"tered, a.
1. Divided into four equal parts or quarters; separated into four parts or regions.
2. Furnished with quarters; provided with shelter or entertainment.
3. Quarter-sawed; — said of timber, commonly oak.
QUARTERFOIL
Quar"ter*foil`, n. Etym: [Quarier + foil: cf. F. quatre.] (Arch.)
Defn: An ornamental foliation having four lobes, or foils.