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septilateral

American  
[sep-tuh-lat-er-uhl] / ˌsɛp təˈlæt ər əl /

adjective

  1. having seven sides.

septilateral British  
/ ˌsɛptɪˈlætərəl /

adjective

  1. having seven sides

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Etymology

Origin of septilateral

First recorded in 1650–60; septi- + lateral

Example Sentences

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It was a septilateral chamber, about eight feet high, built of stone, and supported by beautifully groined arches.

From Auriol or, The Elixir of Life by Ainsworth, W. Harrison

Within this circle she drew other lines, from angle to angle, forming seven triangles, the bases of which constituted the sides of a septilateral figure.

From Rookwood by Ainsworth, William Harrison

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