octahedric

/ɒktəˈhɛdrɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling an octahedron.

“The mathematician studied the octahedric structure of the crystal lattice.”

2. noun

a polyhedron with eight plane faces, especially one in which all the faces are triangles.

“The geometer examined the octahedric shape formed by the intersection of the three planes.”

Synonyms

  • eight-faced
  • octahedral

Antonyms

  • monohedric
  • one-faced