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    quadrant

    quadrant

     

    Convex moulding of quarter circle profile, usually between fillets.

    quadrant arch

    quadrant arch

    An arch in the form of a quarter-circle.

    quadrupartite vault

    quadrupartite vault

    A vault divided into four sections by diagonal ribs of plain or moulded profile, springing from the corners of the bay.

    Quarr stone

    Quarr stone

    A creamy-yellow limestone (but greyer than Caen stone) quarried in the Isle of Wight.

    quirk

    quirk

    A deeply incised groove between mouldings.

    quoins

    quoins

    Blocks of ashlar forming the corners of buildings.

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