Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

octo

Prefix
/ˈɒk.toʊ/
Definition
A prefix derived from Latin meaning ‘eight’.
Examples
  • Octopus – A sea creature with eight arms.
  • October – The tenth month, originally the eighth month in the Roman calendar.
  • Octagon – A shape with eight sides.
Meaning
The term ‘octo’ is used to signify the number eight and is often used in various contexts such as mathematics, music, and biology.
Synonyms
  • Eight
  • Ocho (Spanish)
  • Octet (in music, a group of eight musicians)