(1):
(n.) A measure of capacity, both in dry and in liquid measure; the fourth part of a gallon; the eighth part of a peck; two pints.
(2):
(n.) In cards, four successive cards of the same suit. Cf. Tierce, 4.
(3):
(n.) The fourth part; a quarter; hence, a region of the earth.
(4):
(n.) A vessel or measure containing a quart.
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