/ɒktəˈvælənt/ (OK-tah-vuh-lent)

Definitions

1. adjective

Having eight parts or aspects; eightfold.

“The octavalent molecule was found to have unique properties that made it useful in medicine.”

2. noun

Something that is eightfold or has eight parts.

“The octavalent structure of the new building was designed to maximize efficiency and space.”