quadrantal Meaning, Definition & Usage

Quad*ran"tal adjective

Etymology

L. quadrantalis containing the fourth fourth part of a measure.

Definitions

1. (Geom.) Of or pertaining to a quadrant; also, included in the fourth part of a circle; as, quadrantal space.

Quad*ran"tal noun

Etymology

L.

Definitions

1. (Rom. Antiq.) A cubical vessel containing a Roman cubic foot, each side being a Roman square foot; -- used as a measure.
2. A cube. R.