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quad

Pronunciation: [kwɒd]

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Learn how to use quad in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “education”

(noun) a quad is a large open space surrounded by buildings, usually at a school or college. It’s a place where students can relax, study, or meet friends.

Example

The students enjoyed spending time in the quad between classes.

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There was no activity in the quad during the heavy rain.

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Do you want to meet in the quad after lunch?

Context: “sports”

(noun) quadrathlon, which is a competition that includes four different sports, like swimming, cycling, running, and kayaking. It’s a test of fitness and skills in these activities.

Example

She trained hard for the quad and felt ready to compete.

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He didn't finish the quad because he couldn't handle all the events.

Example

Are you signing up for the quad next summer?

Context: “mathematics”

(noun) short for a quadrilateral, which is a shape that has four sides, like a rectangle or a square. In class, you might learn to recognize different types of quads.

Example

The teacher asked us to draw different types of quads for homework.

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That shape is not a quad; it has five sides instead.

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Can you name a quad that has all equal sides?

How to pronounce quad

Pronunciation: [kwɒd]

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