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hypotenuse

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hypotenuse
In a right triangle, the side opposite the right angle. See sine.
hypotenuse
the side in a right-angled triangle that is opposite the right angle

hypotenuse [hī′pät·ən‚üs]
(mathematics)
On a right triangle, the side opposite the right angle.

(mathematics)hypotenuse - The side of a right-angled triangle opposite the right angle.


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