hexad

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English

Etymology

From hex- +‎ -ad.

Pronunciation

  • Lua error in Module:parameters at line 290: Parameter 1 should be a valid language or etymology language code; the value "RP" is not valid. See WT:LOL and WT:LOL/E. IPA(key): /ˈhɛksæd/
  • Hyphenation: hex‧ad

Noun

hexad (plural hexads)

  1. A group of six.
    Synonym: sextet
  2. (chemistry) An element or radical with the combining power of six units, i.e. six atoms of hydrogen.

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