What is the meaning of the word "quadruple time"?

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  1. A musical term commonly used in various musical genres and is typically notated as 4/4, indicating that there are four quarter notes or equivalent in each measure. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • The conductor signaled the orchestra to play the piece in quadruple time, setting a lively tempo. copy to clipboard
  2. Refers to a time signature in music where each measure is divided into four beats to the bar. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • The song was writeen in quadruple time, with a steady four beat rhythm per measure. copy to clipboard

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