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quarterly

|quar-ter-ly|

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/ˈkwɔːrtərli/

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/ˈkwɔːtəli/

every three months

Etymology
Etymology Information

'quarterly' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'quarterly,' where 'quarter' meant 'one-fourth.'

Historical Evolution

'quarterly' changed from the Middle English word 'quarterly' and eventually became the modern English word 'quarterly'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'pertaining to a quarter,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'occurring every three months.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a periodical publication issued four times a year.

She subscribes to a quarterly that focuses on environmental issues.

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Adjective 1

occurring or produced every three months.

The company releases its quarterly report in April, July, October, and January.

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Adverb 1

once every three months.

The magazine is published quarterly.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41