octant
noun /'ɑktənt/
- Definition
- a measuring instrument for measuring angles to a celestial body; similar to a sextant but with 45 degree calibration
- Example
- The word 'octant' is often used in everyday conversation.
- Etymology
- No etymology available.
Quick Facts
Palindrome
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Compound Word
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Proper Noun
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Rare
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Archaic
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Obsolete
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Slang
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Vowels
2
Consonants
4
Length
6