Meaning of Quant | Babel Free

Definitions

1. Quantitative analysis or research.
   uncountable
2. A punting pole with a broad flange near the end to prevent it from sinking into the mud; a setting pole.
3. A surname from Middle English.
4. A quantitative analyst.
   countable
5. A vertical shaft used to drive a millstone.
6. Clipping of quantity.
   abbreviation, alt-of, clipping, countable, uncountable
7. Clipping of quantifier.
   abbreviation, alt-of, clipping, countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Examples

“We believe there is a role for both qual and quant in professional services.”

“Judy Mills: Oh, and I was very excited to hear about your agency's new emphasis on hard numbers and data. Simon: Excuse me? Judy Mills: Yeah, I heard you hired a quant.”

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