duodecahedron

[doo-uh-dek-uh-hee-druhn]

duodecahedron Definition

  • 1a polyhedron with twelve faces
  • 2a solid figure with twelve plane faces

Using duodecahedron: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "duodecahedron" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The dice he used had the shape of a duodecahedron.

  • Example

    The crystal was carved into a duodecahedron shape.

Origins of duodecahedron

from Greek 'dodeka' meaning 'twelve' and 'hedra' meaning 'base'

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Summary: duodecahedron in Brief

A 'duodecahedron' [doo-uh-dek-uh-hee-druhn] is a polyhedron or solid figure with twelve faces. It is often used in games and puzzles, such as dice or crystal carvings.