Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hexa

Prefix
/ˈhɛk.sə/
Definition
A prefix meaning six.
Examples
  • Hexagon: A shape with six sides.
  • Hexadecimal: A numerical system that uses base 16, which includes the digits 0-9 and letters A-F.
  • Hexapod: A creature that has six legs.
Meaning
Used in mathematics and science to indicate the number six.
Synonyms
  • Sixfold
  • Sexa- (another form of the prefix)