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polygram

polygram

8.9
A flat shape with many straight sides and points, like a star
  • noun
  • /ˈpɒlɪɡræm/
  • Specialized
translation icon : poligramo

Examples

  • The mathematician explained how to construct a polygram using only a ruler and compass.

  • A five-pointed star is a common example of a polygram in geometry.

  • Students were asked to identify the number of sides in each polygram drawn on the worksheet.

  • The polygram has eight sides.

  • Can you draw a polygram?

  • A polygram can be used in art to create beautiful star-like patterns.

  • Artists often experiment with polygrams to enhance their geometric designs.

  • In mathematics, a polygram features multiple straight sides and angles converging at points.

Synonyms

star
vspolygram
286 1.0

A network design where each computer links to one central hub

is composed of many straight sides and angles rather than just radiating points
polygon
vspolygram
  • Specialized
7 3.9

A flat closed shape with at least three straight sides and angles, like a triangle or square

has many more sides and a pointed outline rather than any three-sided form
angular shape
vspolygram
1 4.4

A shape with sharp corners and straight sides

has many more sides and angles and forms a complex pointed figure
polygonal shape
vspolygram
  • Specialized
4.2

A flat figure with straight sides like a triangle or square

has many more sides and a pointed outline rather than few sides

How Many-Sided

polygram
  • Specialized
8.9
octagon
7 3.3
hexagon
5 2.8
pentagon
1 3.0
triangle
58 1.0

Surface Forms

polygram singular
polygrams plural

Morphology

polygram = gram (opaque) = poly + gram

Although the word is historically built with poly- plus a gram element, the geometric meaning is not directly recoverable for most learners from the modern English word gram.

Etymology

Polygram comes from the Greek parts poly- 'many' and -gram 'line' or 'thing written', like in telegram or anagram. So a polygram in geometry is a figure made of many straight lines and angles, often looking like a star.