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hypatia

/haɪˈpeɪ.ʃə/

Traducción: Nombre propio referido a la filósofa, astrónoma y matemática griega de los siglos IV-V d.C., famosa por su contribución a la ciencia y por la invención del astrolabio.

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/haɪˈpeɪ.ʃə/C1formalscientific
  • esNombre propio referido a la filósofa, astrónoma y matemática griega de los siglos IV-V d.C., famosa por su contribución a la ciencia y por la invención del astrolabio.

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.

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  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.

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    • 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.