Meaning Of The Word Octant

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What's The Definition Of Octant?

octant in American English
an eighth of a circle; 45° angle or arc
noun: the eighth part of a circle

octant in British English
noun: any of the eight parts into which the three planes containing the Cartesian coordinate axes divide space

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