polyhedra

/pəˈlɪhɪdrə/

Definitions

1. noun

Three-dimensional shapes with flat polygonal faces, straight edges, and sharp corners.

“The artist created a sculpture of various polyhedra arranged in a geometric pattern.”

2. noun

A three-dimensional solid object bounded by many flat faces, typically with a regular geometric shape.

“The math teacher used a set of polyhedra to illustrate the concept of geometry to her students.”

3. noun

A polyhedron.

“The researcher studied the properties of various polyhedra in her mathematical model.”

Synonyms

  • polyhedron
  • polyhedrons

Antonyms

  • amorphous
  • irregular