quarterfinal
UK: ˌkwɔːtəˈfaɪnəl | US: ˌkwɔːrtərˈfaɪnəl
n. a match or round in a competition that precedes the semifinal, typically involving eight participants or teams.
quarterfinal = quarter<fourth part> + final<last>
- quarter: From Latin quartarius (fourth part), via Old French quartier. In competitions, it denotes one of four equal stages before the semifinal.
- final: From Latin finalis (pertaining to an end), via Old French. Refers to the concluding stage of a tournament.
Etymology Origin:
The term quarterfinal emerged in the late 19th century to describe the penultimate round in knockout tournaments, where eight competitors (or teams) are reduced to four. The logic combines quarter (1/4 of the original pool) with final (a decisive stage), reflecting its position between earlier rounds and the semifinal.
The team advanced to the quarterfinals after a thrilling victory.
She trained intensively for her quarterfinal match.
The tournament’s quarterfinals will be held next weekend.
Losing in the quarterfinals was a disappointment for the defending champions.
The quarterfinal draw paired the top two seeded players against each other.