A polygon is a two-dimensional shape with straight sides. The number of sides a polygon has depends on its type. For example, a triangle has 3 sides, a quadrilateral has 4 sides, a pentagon has 5 sides, and so on. In general, a polygon can have any number of sides, as long as it is a closed shape with straight sides. The term ‘polygon’ comes from the Greek words ‘poly,’ meaning ‘many,’ and ‘gonia,’ meaning ‘angle.’ So, a polygon is essentially a shape with many angles and sides.
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