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no·​na·​gon | \ ˈnō-nə-ˌgän How to pronounce nonagon (audio) \

Definition of nonagon

: a polygon of nine angles and nine sides

Examples of nonagon in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The cylindrical core is a dull metallic silver with several irregular nonagon fuel assemblies arranged in its center. — Daniel Oberhaus, Wired, 15 May 2020

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First Known Use of nonagon

circa 1639, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for nonagon

Latin nonus ninth + English -gon — more at noon

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“Nonagon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nonagon. Accessed 17 Oct. 2021.

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