Definition

A shape that has twelve straight sides and twelve angles.

Example

The architect designed a dodecagon for the new building's floor plan.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a dodecagon?

No, what’s that?

It's a shape with twelve sides, pretty interesting, right?

Wow, I didn't realize there were so many polygons out there!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dodecagon → It is formed from "dodeca-" (from Greek "dōdeka", meaning twelve) and "-gon" (from Greek "gōnia", meaning angle). The word "dodecagon" refers to a shape with twelve angles or sides.

Memory Tip

Imagine a shape with 'twelve' ('dodeca-') 'angles' ('-gon') — that's what a dodecagon is!

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