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Pythagoras

/paɪˈθægərəs/
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Other forms: Pythagorases

Definitions of Pythagoras
  1. noun
    Greek philosopher and mathematician who proved the Pythagorean theorem; considered to be the first true mathematician (circa 580-500 BC)
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    mathematician
    a person skilled in mathematics
    philosopher
    a specialist in philosophy
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