SEXAGESIMAL
(adj., noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Sexagesimal.
Sexagesimal - as an adjective
Of or relating to or reckoning in sixtieths
Example: "The sexagesimal divisions of hours and degrees"
Sexagesimal - as a noun
A sexagesimal fraction.
Example Sentences
"The Mayans used a sexagesimal system to represent numbers."
"We use a sexagesimal system for measuring time with hours, minutes, and seconds."
"The Babylonians had a sexagesimal numeral system."
"Ancient astronomers used a sexagesimal system to measure angles."
"In a sexagesimal system, there are sixty units in each successive larger unit."
Word Game Points
Is SEXAGESIMAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sexagesimal is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SEXAGESIMAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.
Is SEXAGESIMAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sexagesimal is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSEXAGESIMAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.
Is SEXAGESIMAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sexagesimal is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSEXAGESIMAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
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