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English word origin

Etymology of quant

Shortening.

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Source etymology 1

Original entry ↗
adj

Clipping of quantifiable. · Clipping of quantitative.

noun

Quantitative analysis or research. · A quantitative analyst. · Clipping of quantity. · Clipping of quantifier.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Shortening.

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Source etymology 2

Original entry ↗
verb

To propel using a quant.

noun

A punting pole with a broad flange near the end to prevent it from sinking into the mud; a setting pole. · A vertical shaft used to drive a millstone.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Uncertain. A borrowing from Latin contus (“long pole”) has been suggested, but the -a- is problematic.

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