Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hedron

Noun

/ˈhɛ.drən/

Definition

A solid figure that has flat surfaces, usually polygons.

Examples

The cube is a type of polyhedron with six square faces.
In geometry class, we learned about various hedrons like tetrahedrons and octahedrons.
The artist designed sculptures that resembled multifaceted hedrons.

Meaning

The term ‘hedron’ is derived from the Greek word ‘hedra’, meaning ‘seat’ or ‘base’. In geometry, it refers specifically to any three-dimensional shape.