polygonal

CEFRB2

/pəˈlɪɡənəl/

adjective

Türkçe translations

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Having the shape of a polygon.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    Comprised of polygons.

Examples

  • The 3D model was built using thousands of polygonal faces.

  • The courtyard features a beautiful polygonal fountain.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
3
Parts of speech
1
Citations
2

Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meaning

  1. Having many angles; hence characteristic of a polygon.

More examples

In context

  • The design features a pattern of colorful polygonal shapes.

  • The old path paved with polygonal masonry.

  • Various forms of conductors have been invented, such as wooden and iron pipes, of a round, square, and polygonal section; but at present, scarcely any other than sheet or cast iron pipes are employed.

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The artist created a blank sculpture made of many flat triangular faces.

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Origin

adjective

From polygon + -al.