three-quarter

adjective

three-quar·​ter ˈthrē-ˈk(w)ȯ(r)-tər How to pronounce three-quarter (audio)
: extending to three-quarters of the normal full length
a three-quarter sleeve

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Honda has only released a rear three-quarter shot of the RSX wrapped in a vinyl camouflage that will be used on road test vehicles until the RSX is fully revealed in the coming months. Sam Abuelsamid, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025 Viewed from the rear three-quarter angle, the Vanquish recalls an arrow, drawn from its quiver and aimed at the target. Dan Carney, Popular Science, 7 Nov. 2024 While the three-quarter plate obscures much of the movement components, its superb finishing nevertheless excites all who come in contact with it. Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2024 The V-neck provides a flattering design while the three-quarter sleeves add a little extra coverage for chillier summer nights. Megan Schaltegger, Travel + Leisure, 6 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for three-quarter 

Word History

First Known Use

1606, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of three-quarter was in 1606

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“Three-quarter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/three-quarter. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

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