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heptagon

noun hep·ta·gon \ˈhep-tə-ˌgän\

mathematics : a flat shape that has seven sides and seven angles

Full Definition of HEPTAGON

:  a polygon of seven angles and seven sides
hep·tag·o·nal \hep-ˈta-gə-nəl\ adjective
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Origin of HEPTAGON

Greek heptagōnos heptagonal, from hepta + gōnia angle — more at -gon
First Known Use: 1570

Rhymes with HEPTAGON

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HEPTAGON Defined for Kids

heptagon

noun hep·ta·gon \ˈhep-tə-ˌgän\

Definition of HEPTAGON for Kids

:  a closed geometric figure having seven angles and seven sides

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