veelhoek

Dutch (Brabantic)

/ˈveːl.ɦuk/

noun
Definitions
  • (geometry) polygon (plane figure bounded by straight edges)

Etymology

Compound from Dutch, Flemish veel (many, much) + Dutch, Flemish hoek (corner, angle, area, hook)derived from Latin polygonum.

Origin

Latin

polygonum

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