(1):
(n.) A series of quarters, or small upright posts. See Quarter, n., 1 (m) (Arch.)
(2):
(a.) At right angles, as the cranks of a locomotive, which are in planes forming a right angle with each other.
(3):
(n.) A station.
(4):
(n.) Assignment of quarters for soldiers; quarters.
(5):
(n.) The division of a shield containing different coats of arms into four or more compartments.
(6):
(n.) One of the different coats of arms arranged upon an escutcheon, denoting the descent of the bearer.
(7):
(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Quartter
(8):
(a.) Coming from a point well abaft the beam, but not directly astern; - said of waves or any moving object.