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quadrantal
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quadrantal, a. [L. quadrantalis containing the fourth fourth part of a measure.].
Of or pertaining to a quadrant; also, included in the fourth part of a circle; as, quadrantal space. [1913 Webster]
quadrantal, n. [L.].
- A cubical vessel containing a Roman cubic foot, each side being a Roman square foot; -- used as a measure. [1913 Webster]
- A cube. [1913 Webster]
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