1. close quarter - Noun
2. close quarter - Adjective
close quarter (plural close quarters)
(nautical) any of several strong wooden barriers erected across the deck of a merchant sailing ship, having loopholes through which muskets could be fired to resist boarding attacks
close-quarter (not comparable)
In a confined space.
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As an extreme close-quarter combat weapon, the pugio was the Roman soldier's last line of defense. Source: Internet
Nishimura suggested falling temperatures and low humidity could exacerbate the outbreak as people head indoors into poorly ventilated and close-quarter situations. Source: Internet
The time needed for assembling the external ramps also meant that both the tanks and the ramp assembly crews would be exposed to close-quarter enemy fire for a considerable time. Source: Internet
Usage The smaller size and lighter weight of carbines makes them easier to handle in close-quarter situations such as urban engagements, when deploying from military vehicles, or in any situation where space is confined. Source: Internet
The close-quarter nature of the map makes smoke grenades highly effective when turning corners. Source: Internet