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quaternary


Definition: Meaning of, quaternary in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / kwəˈtəːn(ə)ri /

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  1. consisting of or especially arranged in sets of four
    SYNONYM
    quaternate
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  2. coming next after the third and just before the fifth in position, time, degree or magnitude
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    fourth, 4th
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quaternary quaternaries
  1. the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one
    SYNONYM
    four, 4, IV, tetrad, quatern, quaternion, quaternity, quartet, quadruplet, foursome, Little Joe
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Quaternary


Definition: Meaning of, Quaternary in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / kwəˈtɜːnəri /

  • noun
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Quaternary quaternaries
  1. last 2 million years
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    Quaternary period, Age of Man
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Quaternary used in phrases

  • Quaternary period (noun)
    1. last 2 million years
  • quaternary ammonium compound (noun)
    1. a compound derived from ammonium with hydrogen atoms replaced by organic groups; used as surface-active agents, disinfectants, and in drugs
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