tetragon en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈtɛ.tɹə.ɡɒn/ (Canada, US)
- (Southern-England) audio
- /ˈtɛ.tɹə.ɡən/ (UK)
Etymology
From Ancient Greek τετράγωνος (tetrágōnos). By surface analysis, tetra- + -gon.
Meanings
- (uncommon) Synonym of quadrilateral (“a polygon with four sides”).
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An aspect of two planets with regard to the Earth when they are distant from each other ninety degrees, or a quarter-circle.
In the horoscope of Christ's nativity.[…]Whether a trigon or no, this tetragon I am sure there was.
a. 1626, Bishop Andrewes, Sermon:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| tetragons | Number=Plur | lexicographic |