| E. Cobham Brewer 1810–1897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898. |
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The officer whose duty it is to attend to the quarters of the soldiers. He superintends the issue of stores, food, and clothing. (See QUARTERS.) | 1 |
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As a nautical term, a quartermaster is a petty officer who, besides other duties, attends to the steering of the ship. | 2 |
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