Pentagon
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpɛn.təˌɡɑn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Pentagon is a noun meaning (geometry) A polygon with five sides and five angles.
Meaning
(geometry) A polygon with five sides and five angles.
More Meanings
- (military) A fort with five bastions.
Example Sentences
Imagine a vast sheet of paper on which straight Lines, Triangles, Squares, Pentagons, Hexagons, and other figures, instead of remaining fixed in their places, move freely about, […]
Word Forms
- pentagons
Synonyms for pentagon
Depending on context, synonyms include quinquangle.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include polygon, defense, defence, mod, quinquangle, pentagram.
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