Hendecahedra

/ˌhɛndɛkəˈhɛdrə/ noun

Definition

The plural of hendecahedron; three-dimensional solids with eleven faces.

Etymology

From Greek 'hendeca-' (eleven) plus 'hedra' (face or seat). This is the Greek plural form, used in mathematics and geometry.

Kelly Says

In polyhedron naming, Greek plurals and English plurals both exist—so you'll hear scientists say 'hendecahedra' (Greek) or 'hendecahedrons' (English), reflecting how science borrows from classical languages.

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