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Definition of "quarter-round" []

  • In arch., a molding whose contour is exactly or approximately a quadrant: same as ovolo. (noun)
  • Any tool adapted for forming quarter-rounds, as an ovolo-plane. (noun)

The Century Dictionary (Public Domain)

Use "quarter-round" in a sentence
  • "Collection includes private (high back) and public (low back) lounge chairs, straight and quarter-round connecting tables, optional accessories as well as accompanying benches and occasional tables."
  • "This required the keyboard stylings of Terry, a service-desk genius who knew how to do everything, and he quickly set to work applying the refund to the purchase price of the quarter-round."
  • "I went back to Flooring to buy more quarter-round; explained the situation in passing to the Flooring Department manager."