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Octagon Meaning in English

word

ˈɑktəˌɡɑn
AHK-tuh-gahn
ˈɒktəɡən
OK-tuh-guhn

释义

A shape with eight straight sides and eight angles.

用法与细微差别

Mostly used in geometry and commonly seen in real life as the shape of stop signs. Not to be confused with 'octagonal' (adjective). Rare in casual conversation except for specific shapes.

例句

A stop sign is shaped like an octagon.

basic

An octagon has eight sides.

basic

Draw an octagon on your paper.

basic

You can find an octagon on most stop signs in the US.

natural

The architect chose an octagon for the building’s main hall.

natural

Not many objects in daily life are shaped like an octagon.

natural