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.