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trigonometric

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[trig-uh-nuh-met-rik] / ˌtrɪg ə nəˈmɛt rɪk /

adjective

  1. Mathematics. relating to or making use of trigonometry.

  2. Surveying. relating to or making use of triangulation, calculated by trigonometry.


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The other trigonometric proofs of the theorem that have appeared in the past include a few that are described on mathematician Alexander Bogomolny’s website.

From Scientific American ● Apr. 10, 2023

Their work joins a handful of other trigonometric proofs that were added to the mathematical archives over the years.

From Scientific American ● Apr. 10, 2023

Over time, Bogomolny added more trigonometric proofs to the site: one such proof could be written in just four lines.

From Scientific American ● Apr. 10, 2023

In this section, we will see another way to define trigonometric functions using properties of right triangles.

From Textbooks ● Dec. 1, 2021

He examines a copy of Streeters Precious Stones and Gems; drawings of cleavage panes; trigonometric charts used for faceting.

From "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr

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