Thales's theorem

proper noun

A theorem stating that if A, B, and C are distinct points on a circle where the line AC is a diameter, the angle ABC is a right angle.

Meanings

proper noun
  1. geometryA theorem stating that if A, B, and C are distinct points on a circle where the line AC is a diameter, the angle ABC is a right angle.
  2. geometrySynonym of intercept theorem.

    Synonyms: intercept theorem

Synonyms & antonyms

proper nounSynonym of intercept theorem.

Origin

Generally attributed to Thales of Miletus.

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Translations

Finnish Thaleen lause
  • Thaleen lausetheorem
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