Meaning of the word crotchet in English

What does crotchet mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

crotchet

US /ˈkrɑː.tʃət/
UK /ˈkrɒtʃ.ət/

Noun

1.

a quarter note (in British English music terminology)

Example:
The melody consists of mostly crotchets and quavers.
Each crotchet receives one beat.
2.

an eccentric or unusual belief, opinion, or habit

Example:
He has a strange crotchet about always wearing mismatched socks.
Her latest crotchet is collecting antique thimbles.