NYT Dictionary

QUINT

/kwɪnt/
NounKWINTGrade 7

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026

Meaning

An interval of one fifth.

Etymology

Origin: Latin

* From Middle French quint, from Latin quīntus. Doublet of quintus. * (firefighting vehicle): In reference to its five functions: pump, water tank, fire hose, aerial device, and ground ladders.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

fivevcinquequintetfivesomequintupletpentadfinphoebequin

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 5 recorded puzzles:

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