quarterage

noun

quar·​ter·​age ˈkwȯ(r)-tə-rij How to pronounce quarterage (audio)
: a quarterly payment, tax, wage, or allowance

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of quarterage was in the 14th century

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Cite this Entry

“Quarterage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quarterage. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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