Definition

A group or series consisting of six elements or numbers.

Example

The hexade is often used in mathematical contexts to represent a set of six values.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a hexade in a math problem before?

I think so, but I'm not sure what it means.

It's just a series of six numbers, nothing too complicated.

Got it! That makes it easier to understand.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hexade is derived from the prefix "hex-" (meaning six) and the root "adec" (from Greek "deka", meaning ten). The word refers to a base-16 number system, which includes six additional digits beyond the standard ten.

Memory Tip

Think of 'hex-' meaning six and 'adec' relating to ten, which helps you remember that 'hexade' refers to a system that includes six extra digits in addition to the usual ten.

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