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euclidean

euc·li·dean

UK/juːˈklɪd.i.ən/ US/juˈklɪd.i.ən/ uncommon rare

adjective

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relating to geometry as developed by Euclid

  • “Euclidian geometry”
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Origin

Named after the landmark U.S. Supreme Court case Village of Euclid v. Ambler Realty Co., which in turn refers to the city of Euclid, Ohio.

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