hexagon

[hek-suh-gon, -guhn]

noun

1. a polygon having six angles and six sides.

hexagon

/ ˈhɛksəɡən /

noun

1. a polygon having six sides

hexagon

1. A polygon having six sides.

hexagon

1. A polygon having six sides.

Word History and Origins

Origin of hexagon¹

From the Greek word hexágōnon, dating back to 1560–70. See hexa-, -gon

Example Sentences

The scoreboard is a hexagon, just like the one at Dodger Stadium.

From Los Angeles Times

Down the side of the ring, there are personalized touches, with each team member’s last name and number displayed around a hexagon shape inspired by Dodger Stadium’s unique scoreboards.

From Los Angeles Times

I’ll just add more shapes — I think it’s really like a love hexagon because you have to bring Ms. Casey into the picture too, right?

From Los Angeles Times

Not only do they offer high-quality, fresh, organic spices, but their magnetic hexagon jars are beautiful to display.

From Salon

Created in 1934, the Ludo bracelet features updates like delicate mesh in hexagon and briquette motifs, woven by the maison’s craftsmen to heighten the effect of a supple ribbon.

From Los Angeles Times

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