Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
quadrant
noun
/ˈkwɒdrənt/
Definition
A quadrant is one of the four sections of a Cartesian coordinate system created by the intersection of two perpendicular lines.
Examples
- The coordinates (3, 4) are located in the first quadrant of the graph.
- We divided the pizza into four quadrants to share it with our friends.
- The doctor examined the quadrant of her patient’s abdomen where the pain was concentrated.
Meaning
It can also refer to a quarter of a circle or any area that is divided into four equal parts.
Synonyms
- Section
- Quarter
- Area
