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quadripartite Definition

quadri·par·tite (kwä′dri pär′tīt′)

adjective

  1. made up of or divided into four parts
  2. shared in or formulated by four persons, nations, etc. a quadripartite pact

Etymology: ME < L quadripartitus, pp. of quadripartire, to divide into four parts: see quadri- & part

quadripartite Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • vaulting: Very large flat bosses with scenes dominate the quadripartite vaulting of the nave roof.