quod Meaning, Definition & Usage

Quod noun

Etymology

For quad, abbrev. of quadrangle.

Definitions

1. A quadrangle or court, as of a prison; hence, a prison. Slang "Flogged or whipped in quod." T. Hughes.

Quod verb

Definitions

1. Quoth; said. See Quoth. Obs.

   "Let be," quod he, "it shall not be." Chaucer.