Quartering

Definition:

  • (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Quartter
  • (a.) Coming from a point well abaft the beam, but not directly astern; -- said of waves or any moving object.
  • (a.) At right angles, as the cranks of a locomotive, which are in planes forming a right angle with each other.
  • (n.) A station.
  • (n.) Assignment of quarters for soldiers; quarters.
  • (n.) The division of a shield containing different coats of arms into four or more compartments.
  • (n.) One of the different coats of arms arranged upon an escutcheon, denoting the descent of the bearer.
  • (n.) A series of quarters, or small upright posts. See Quarter, n., 1 (m) (Arch.)