Quads: meaning, definitions and examples

This word can refer to either a group of four people or things, especially in a sports context, or to the muscle group in the front of the thighs.

• The teacher divided the students into quads for the project.
• She's been working on strengthening her quads at the gym.

Foursome is often used when describing a group of four people, usually in a social or recreational setting like golf or a double date.

• They formed a foursome to play golf each weekend.
• We went out as a foursome for dinner and a movie.

This phrase is used more generally and can apply to any group of four people working together toward a common goal or task.

• We formed a team of four to tackle the marketing campaign.
• The team of four engineers worked on the new software update.

Quartet is used specifically for a group of four musicians or singers performing together. It implies a formal or artistic setting.

• The string quartet played beautifully at the wedding.
• The barbershop quartet harmonized perfectly.

Informal term often used by people who frequently ride these vehicles. Can also refer to the muscles in the front thigh.

• The guys are taking their quads out to the dunes this weekend.
• I'm working on strengthening my quads at the gym.

General and formal term for all-terrain vehicles, often used in technical or formal situations.

• The ATV is equipped with a powerful engine suitable for rough terrains.
• New safety regulations for ATVs have been introduced.

Common in casual conversation when referring to a vehicle with four wheels. Often used in rural or off-road settings.

• Do you want to take the four-wheeler out for a ride?
• He bought a new four-wheeler for the farm.

Common in British English and some other varieties of English outside North America. Refers to a four-wheeled vehicle used for off-road riding.

• He enjoys racing his quad bike on the weekends.
• Safety gear is essential when riding a quad bike.