Vertex
There are multiple uses of the word vertex in mathematics, including uses in graph theory and multiple uses in geometry.
Vertex of a parabola
The vertex of a parabola is the point which, if a vertical line is placed over it, divides the parabola into two equal mirror images.
Vertex of an angle
See angle.
Vertex of a polygon or polyhedron
See polygon.
Note that the plural form of the word "vertex" is the word "vertices;" the singular of "vertices" is "vertex," not "vertice."