An Etymological Dictionary of Astronomy and Astrophysics

A combining form meaning “seven.”

Etymology (EN): From Gk. hepta “seven;” cognate with L. septem; Pers. haft, as below; Du. zeven, O.H.G. sibun, Ger. sieben, E. seven.

Etymology (PE): Haft-, from haft “seven;” Mid.Pers. haft; Av. hapta; cf. Skt. sapta; Gk. hepta, L. septem; PIE *septm.