QUARTERING


Meaning of QUARTERING in English

n. 1 (in pl.) the coats of arms marshalled on a shield to denote the alliances of a family with the heiresses of others. 2 the provision of quarters for soldiers. 3 the act or an instance of dividing, esp. into four equal parts. 4 timber sawn into lengths, used for high-quality floor-boards etc.

Concise Oxford English dictionary.      Краткий оксфордский словарь английского языка.