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Pierre de Fermat

Description:

Pierre de Fermat was a 17th-century French mathematician and lawyer. He is renowned for his contributions to number theory, probability theory, and analytic geometry, making him one of the key figures in the development of modern mathematics.

Sample Sentences:

As a noun:

1. Fermat's Last Theorem, proposed by Pierre de Fermat, remained unsolved for over 350 years.
2. Pierre de Fermat's work laid the foundation for infinitesimal calculus.

As an adjective:

1. Her mathematical prowess could be compared to that of Pierre de Fermat.
2. The Fermat point in a triangle is named after Pierre de Fermat.

As a related proper noun:

1. To delve deeper into Fermat's mathematical discoveries, consider reading the book "Fermat's Enigma: The Epic Quest to Solve the World's Greatest Mathematical Problem" by Simon Singh.
2. You can find more information about Pierre de Fermat's life and achievements in the book "Pierre de Fermat: New Perspectives" edited by Michael Sean Mahoney.

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