12-letter words containing q, u, a, r, t, e
- quartz plate — a carefully cut quartz crystal that is piezoelectrically active. Compare crystal (def 10).
- quasineutral — not taking part or giving assistance in a dispute or war between others: a neutral nation during World War II.
- quaternities — Plural form of quaternity.
- quattrocento — the 15th century, used in reference to the Italian art and literature of that time.
- reacquainted — to make more or less familiar, aware, or conversant (usually followed by with): to acquaint the mayor with our plan.
- scare quotes — quotation marks placed around a word or phrase to indicate that it should not be taken literally or automatically accepted as true
- sequestrated — Law. to sequester (property). to confiscate.
- sesquialtera — a mixture stop on an organ
- sesquitertia — the ratio of 4:3
- slate quarry — a quarry where slate is mined
- square meter — a unit of area measurement equal to a square measuring one meter on each side. 2 , sq. m. Abbreviation: m.
- square-built — sturdy and strong-looking
- subquarterly — as one of the quarterings of a grand quarter: a coat of arms borne subquarterly.
- superquality — above-average quality
- three-square — having an equilateral triangular cross section, as certain files.
- times square — a wide intersection extending from 43rd to 47th Streets in central Manhattan, New York City, where Broadway and Seventh Avenue intersect.
- tranquilizer — a person or thing that tranquilizes.
- tranquillize — To tranquillize a person or an animal means to make them become calm, sleepy, or unconscious by means of a drug.
- unrequitable — to make repayment or return for (service, benefits, etc.).
- verd antique — a green, mottled or impure serpentine, sold as a marble and much used for decorative purposes.