Polygon
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈpɒlɪɡən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Polygon is a noun meaning (geometry) A plane figure bounded by edges that are all straight lines.
Meaning
(geometry) A plane figure bounded by edges that are all straight lines.
More Meanings
- (geometry) The boundary of such a figure.
- (geometry, more generally) A figure comprising vertices and (not necessarily straight) edges, alternatingly.
- (geometry) Such a figure and its interior, taken as a whole.
Word Forms
- polygons
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include circle, pentagon, ground, range, overlay, closure.
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