Quad ( noun , adjective )

(As a noun)

Quad ( noun )

1. A quadriceps muscle, the large muscle at the front of the thigh that is responsible for straightening the leg.
2. A four-wheeled vehicle, such as an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) or a quadricycle.

Origin:

From latin quādruplum, from quattuor ("four") + -plum ("fold").

Examples:

1. He had a sore quad from playing soccer.
2. The quad was a popular way to get around on the farm.
3. The quad is the muscle that gives the thigh its shape.
4. The quad had four big wheels and was used for off-roading.
5. The quad has become a popular way to explore nature.

(As an adjective)

Quad ( adjective )

1. Having four parts or elements.
2. Being four times as great or as many.

Origin:

From latin quādruplum, from quattuor ("four") + -plum ("fold").

Examples:

1. He has quad-core processor in his computer.
2. The quad bike is four-wheeled vehicle.
3. The quad muscle is made up of four different muscles.
4. He scored a quad in his last game.
5. The quad-copter has four propellers.