PENTA-

n.

2 definitions — Webster’s Dictionary (1828)


1.
n.

A combining form denoting five; as, pentacapsular; pentagon.

2.
n.

Denoting the degree of five, either as regards quality, property, or composition; as, pentasulphide; pentoxide, etc. Also used adjectively.


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