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Root Words-Unit 14
hex, sept, oct
Term | Definition |
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hexagon | a 2 dimensional figure that has six angles and six sides |
sextant | a sixth of a circle; an instrument used to determine the position of a ship or airplane by measuring the positions of the stars and sun |
September | The ninth month of the year, formerly the seventh |
septennial | lasting for seven years; happening once every seven years |
septet | a group of seven singers or musicians who perform together; a piece of music that is meant to be performed by seven people |
septuagenarian | a person who is between 70 and 79 years old |
octagon | a flat shape that has eight sides and eight angles |
octave | a group of eight, such as eight lines or eight notes |
October | the tenth month of the year, formerly the eighth |
octopus | a sea animal that has a soft body and eight long arms |