EUCLIDEAN

euclidian, euclidean

(adjective) relating to geometry as developed by Euclid; “Euclidian geometry”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology 1

Named after Euclid, who established the principles of plane geometry.

Adjective

Euclidean (not comparable)

(geometry) Adhering to the principles of traditional geometry, in which parallel lines are equidistant.

Of or relating to Euclid's Elements, especially to Euclidean geometry.

Antonyms

• non-Euclidean

Coordinate terms

• hyperbolic, Minkowskian

Etymology 2

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.

Adjective

Euclidean (not comparable)

Of or relating to Euclidean zoning.

Adjective

euclidean (not comparable)

(rare) Alternative spelling of Euclidean

Source: Wiktionary



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