quadra

[ kwod-ruh ]

/ ˈkwɒd rə /

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noun, plural quad·rae

[kwod-ree]. /ˈkwɒd ri/. Architecture.

a small molding, as a fillet.

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Origin of quadra

1655–65; <Latin: fillet, side of a square, quadrant section

Words nearby quadra

quadcopter, quad left, quadplay, quadplex, quadr-, quadra, quadragenarian, Quadragesima, Quadragesimal, quadrangle, quadrangular

Other definitions for quadra (2 of 2)

quadra-

variant of quadri-: quadraphony.

How to use quadra in a sentence

Don Quadra then suggested that letters be sent to Spain and England for more specific instructions.
Vikings of the Pacific|Agnes C. Laut
Before reaching the northern extremity of this long arm of the sea, he met two small Spanish vessels under the command of Quadra.
Celebrated Travels and Travellers|Jules Verne
That if your motive prove to be such as de Quadra and others allege, they will be in danger of believing.
The Historical Nights Entertainment, Second Series|Rafael Sabatini
It is purely an Alaskan tree, and even north of Quadra Inlet it is found in its densest growth.
Along Alaska's Great River|Frederick Schwatka

Having got everything ready for Sea, on the 18th we sail'd out of Port Quadra.
The Washington Historical Quarterly, Volume V, 1914|Various