Dodecahedral

/ˌdɒdɪkəˈhiːdrəl/ adjective

Definition

Having the shape or properties of a dodecahedron; relating to a twelve-faced solid.

Etymology

From 'dodecahedron' plus the suffix '-al,' forming the adjective. This describes anything shaped like or possessing the geometric properties of a dodecahedron.

Kelly Says

In 2003, scientists discovered that the universe itself might have dodecahedral topology—if true, it would mean we're living inside a giant dodecahedron, making this ancient geometric shape cosmically relevant.

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