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complementary angles

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun complementary angles has 1 sense
  1. complementary angles - two angles whose sum is a right angle
    --1 is a kind of
    angle

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Term: Complementary Angles

Description:

Complementary angles are a pair of angles that add up to a 90-degree angle, forming a right angle when combined.

Senses and Usages:

  • Mathematics: In geometry, complementary angles refer to a pair of angles whose sum equals 90 degrees. Each angle is said to be the complement of the other.
  • Physics: Complementary angles are also used in physics, specifically in trigonometry, to describe the relationships between angles in various mathematical calculations.
  • Architecture: In architecture and design, complementary angles are utilized to create visually pleasing and balanced compositions by combining angles that complement each other.

Sample Sentences:

  • "In a right-angled triangle, the two acute angles are always complementary angles."
  • "To find the value of one angle, you can subtract it from 90 degrees if the angles are complementary."
  • "The architect used complementary angles in the layout of the building to achieve a harmonious and aesthetically pleasing design."

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