quarters
Definition
Noun 1. A place of residence; lodgings, especially for military personnel or servants. Refers to living accommodations, often implying a designated space within a larger building or complex. 2. (Often used with a modifier) A specific area or section allocated for a particular group or purpose. This can refer to living spaces, work areas, or sections of a ship. 3. Mercy or clemency, especially that granted by a victor to a defeated opponent. (This is an archaic meaning, primarily found in the phrase "to give no quarter").
Examples of Usage
- The soldiers returned to their quarters after the long march.
- The servants' quarters were located in the attic of the large estate.
- The captain ordered the crew to clean the living quarters on the ship.
- (Historical/Idiomatic) The enemy showed no mercy and gave no quarter to the captured troops.
Advanced Usage
- Close quarters: A situation where people are forced to be very close together in a confined space.
- Living in such close quarters on the submarine required great teamwork.
- To be quartered: To be provided with or assigned living accommodations.
- The officers were quartered in the town's best hotel.
Variants and Related Words
- Quarter (noun): One of four equal parts; a district of a city; a period of three months; a U.S or Canadian coin worth 25 cents.
- Quarter (verb): To cut or divide into four equal parts; to provide lodgings for someone.
- Quarterly (adjective/adverb): Occurring or produced every three months.
- Headquarters (noun): The central administrative offices or location of an organization.
Synonyms
- Lodgings
- Accommodations
- Barracks (specifically for military)
- Digs (informal)
- Residence
- Domicile
Related Phrases
- At close quarters: From a position very near by; in close proximity.
- The photographer captured the lion's face at close quarters.
- To give no quarter: To show no mercy or clemency.
- To cry quarter: (Archaic) To beg for mercy.
Noun
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housing available for people to live in
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he found quarters for his family
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I visited his bachelor quarters
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