Octant
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Octant is a noun meaning The eighth part of a circle; an arc of 45 degrees.
Meaning
The eighth part of a circle; an arc of 45 degrees.
More Meanings
- (astrology) The aspect of two planets that are 45°, or one-eighth of a circle, apart.
- (geometry) The eighth part of a disc; a sector of 45 degrees; half a quadrant.
- (nautical) An instrument for measuring angles, particularly of elevation.
Word Forms
- octants
Synonyms for octant
Depending on context, synonyms include octile.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include octile, quindecile, octangle, eighth, quadrant, nonant.
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