theorem of Pythagoras

A form of Pythagorean theorem — A mathematical theorem which states that the square of the length of the hypotenuse of a right triangle is equal to the sum of the squares of those of the two other sides.

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proper nounthe theorem of Pythagoras
  1. alternativeAlternative form of Pythagorean theorem.
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