Hexagon

/ˈhɛksəˌɡɒn/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A plane figure with six straight sides and angles.

The artist painted a hexagon in the center of the canvas.

A six-sided polygon, often used in geometry.

In geometry class, we learned how to calculate the area of a hexagon.

A shape commonly found in nature and design, such as honeycomb.

Bees create hexagons in their honeycombs for optimal space and strength.

A structure or object resembling a hexagon.

The building had a unique hexagon shape that made it stand out.

From the Greek 'hex' meaning six and 'gonia' meaning angle.

hexagonal shape

A geometric form that resembles a hexagon.

hexagonally arranged

Organized or positioned in a hexagonal pattern.

polygon

A plane figure that is bounded by a finite chain of straight line segments.

octagon

A polygon with eight sides and angles.

decagon

A polygon with ten sides and angles.

Referring to something that is geometric in nature.

That new art piece has a real hexagon vibe.