Euclidean

== English == === Alternative forms === Euclidian, euclidian === Pronunciation === (Received Pronunciation) IPA(key): /juːˈklɪd.i.ən/ (General American, Canada) IPA(key): /juˈklɪd.i.ən/, [juˈklɪɾ.i.ən] (Australian) IPA(key): /jʉːˈklɪd.i.ən/ (New Zealand) IPA(key): /jʉːˈkləd.i.ən/ Rhymes: -ɪdiən === Etymology 1 === Named after Euclid, who established the principles of plane geometry. ==== Adjective ==== Euclidean (not comparable) (geometry) Adhering to the principles of traditional geometry, in which parallel lines are equidistant. Of or relating to Euclid's Elements, especially to Euclidean geometry. ===== Antonyms ===== non-Euclidean ===== Coordinate terms ===== hyperbolic, Minkowskian ===== Derived terms ===== ===== Translations ===== === Etymology 2 === Named after the landmark U.S. Supreme Court case Village of Euclid v. Ambler Realty Co., which in turn refers to the city of Euclid, Ohio. ==== Adjective ==== Euclidean (not comparable) Of or relating to Euclidean zoning.