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Quadrangles

Scope note

Use for rectangular grassy or paved areas surrounded by buildings, generally of an academic or civic nature. Distinguished from "courtyards" which generally fall within the bounds of a single building.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

30008216

Broader Terms used

<open spaces by form>

Term used for

quads

Equivalent Terms used

quadrangle

Created

13yrs ago

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