Index of English words, starting with "qu"

(1) - Quipu (n.) A contrivance employed by the ancient Peruvians, Mexicans, etc., as a substitute for writing and figures, consisting of a main cord, from which hung at certain distances smaller cords of various colors, each having a special meaning, as silver, gold, corn, soldiers. etc. Single, double, and triple knots were tied in the smaller cords, representing definite numbers. It was chiefly used for arithmetical purposes, and to register important facts and events.

(1) - Quire (n.) A collection of twenty-four sheets of paper of the same size and quality, unfolded or having a single fold; one twentieth of a ream.
(2) - Quire (v. i.) To sing in concert.
(3) - Quire (n.) See Choir.

(1) - Quirk (n.) A small channel, deeply recessed in proportion to its width, used to insulate and give relief to a convex rounded molding.
(2) - Quirk (n.) A piece of ground taken out of any regular ground plot or floor, so as to make a court, yard, etc.; -- sometimes written quink.
(3) - Quirk (n.) An irregular air; as, light quirks of music.
(4) - Quirk (n.) A smart retort; a quibble; a shallow conceit.
(5) - Quirk (n.) A fit or turn; a short paroxysm; a caprice.
(6) - Quirk (n.) A sudden turn; a starting from the point or line; hence, an artful evasion or subterfuge; a shift; a quibble; as, the quirks of a pettifogger.