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hypatia

/haɪˈpeɪ.ʃə/

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noun

/haɪˈpeɪ.ʃə/C1formalscientific
  • ruИмя собственное, относящееся к греческому философу, астроному и математику IV-V веков нашей эры, известной своим вкладом в науку и изобретением астролябии.

A proper noun referring to a Greek philosopher, astronomer, and mathematician from the 4th-5th century AD, known for her contributions to science and her invention of the astrolabe.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Greek philosopher and astronomerC1formal

    A notable female philosopher, mathematician, and astronomer from ancient Alexandria, known for her contributions to science and her tragic death.

    ruГреческий философ и астроном

    • Hypatia was one of the first women to make a significant impact on mathematics and astronomy.
    • She is credited with inventing the astrolabe, a device used for measuring the altitude of stars.
    • Hypatia's teachings attracted students from across the Roman Empire.