Definition

A shape that has six straight sides and six corners.

Example

The architect designed a building in the shape of a hexagon.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a hexagon in nature?

Yeah, I read that honeycomb cells are shaped like hexagons.

That's so cool! I didn't know they had such interesting shapes.

It really is fascinating how shapes appear around us.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hexagon → It is formed from "hex" (from Greek "hexā" meaning six) and "gonia" (from Greek "gonia" meaning angle). The word "hexagon" refers to a shape that has six angles or sides.

Memory Tip

Think of 'six' ('hex') angles ('gonia') coming together to form a shape — that's what a hexagon is.

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