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1technical Each of four quarters of a circle.
2historical An instrument used for taking angular measurements of altitude in astronomy and navigation, typically consisting of a graduated quarter circle and a sighting mechanism.
3A frame fixed to the head of a ship's rudder, to which the steering mechanism is attached.
Late Middle English (denoting the astronomical instrument): from Latin quadrans, quadrant- ‘quarter’, from quattuor ‘four’.