octagonal
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An octagonal tower set over four floors, Draper's Windmill is a special place for Robin Colyer from Kent.
From BBC • Dec. 10, 2025
Of all the historical monuments in Puglia, it is the inland landmark of Castel del Monte, a hilltop octagonal castle, that has become a national symbol, finding its way onto stamps and money.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 26, 2025
There’s dark woodwork, octagonal pillars, curlicues of ironwork in the old-fashioned windows, carved details of garlands and flowers and urns.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 15, 2024
The sword, featuring a distinct octagonal hilt, was so well-preserved by the elements in the millennia since it was buried that it still has a shine and sheen.
From Washington Times • Jun. 16, 2023
One sunbeam fell directly onto the octagonal center design of a blue Oriental rug and the other lit up the red head of a very old lady.
From "Habibi" by Naomi Shihab Nye
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