Quarto ( noun , adjective )

(As a noun)

Quarto ( noun )

1. A book size, typically 9 x 12 inches (23 x 30 cm), or a book of this size.
2. A sheet of paper folded twice to form four leaves or eight pages.

Origin:

From the latin word quartus, meaning "fourth".

Examples:

1. The manuscript was written on quarto pages.
2. The publisher released the new novel in quarto format.
3. The rare book collection included a first edition quarto of Shakespeare's plays.
4. The printer had to adjust the press to accommodate the larger quarto size.
5. The artist used a quarto sketchbook for her preliminary drawings.

(As an adjective)

Quarto ( adjective )

Being one of four children or siblings, coming fourth in order of birth.

Origin:

From the latin word quartus, meaning "fourth".

Examples:

1. The quarto son inherited the family farm.
2. The quarto daughter was the artistic one in the family.
3. The quarto brother was the youngest and most rebellious.
4. The quarto sister was the most studious and successful.
5. The quarto child was the baby of the family.