Definition

A type of bread that weighs about four pounds, or a term used to describe one fourth of something, especially in measurements.

Example

The baker prepared a quartern of bread for the market.

Conversation

I bought a quartern loaf of bread today.

Oh nice! Is it fresh?

Yeah, it was still warm when I got it.

That's the best! Nothing beats fresh bread.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Quartern originates from Old French 'quaterne' (meaning a fourth part) and is derived from Latin 'quaternus' (meaning four each). The word 'quartern' refers to a fourth part of something, especially in terms of measurement or division.

Memory Tip

Think of 'quaterne' meaning a fourth part — that's why 'quartern' refers to something that is one-fourth.

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