📐hypotenuse

noun
/haɪˈpɒtənjuːs/

Meaning

the longest side of a right-angled triangle, opposite the right angle.

Example Sentences

In a right triangle, the hypotenuse is always longer than the other two sides.

Synonyms

long side, diagonal, opposite side

Antonyms

leg, adjacent side

Collocations

calculate hypotenuse, length of hypotenuse, hypotenuse formula

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