1. one of four equal parts of something
2. a coin worth 25 cents
Usage: US
3. a period of three months

1. to divide into four equal parts
2. to provide with lodging

Examples

• She ate a quarter of the pizza.
• I need a quarter for the parking meter.
• The company’s profits increased this quarter.
• They live in the historic quarter of the city.
• The soldiers showed no quarter to their enemies.
• Quarter the apple before serving it.
• The troops were quartered in the barracks.