quadriad

/ˈkweɪdiˌæd/ or /kweɪˈdɪæd/

Definitions

1. noun

A period of four days, especially in the context of astronomical observations or a group of four related things.

“The team spent a quadriad observing the stars in the desert.”

2. noun

A group of four musicians, typically in a string quartet.

“The string quartet was known for their beautiful quadriad performances.”

Synonyms

  • quartet
  • tetrad

Antonyms

  • isolation
  • solitude