ScienceAugust 15, 2026

polygonal

puh-LIG-uh-nul

Definition

Relating to or shaped like a polygon; having many sides and angles.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek word 'polugōnos', meaning 'many-angled' (from 'polus', meaning 'many', and 'gōnia', meaning 'angle'). It entered the English language in the early 17th century.

In the news

The article describes hexagonal or geometric shapes on the Martian surface as polygonal, noting how they stretch across the landscape like a honeycomb. These features help scientists study geological processes that occurred on the planet.

Curiosity stumbles upon a gigantic Martian “honeycomb” that has scientists intrigued

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