trigonometry
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/ˌtrɪɡəˈnɑːmətri/
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/ˌtrɪɡəˈnɒmətri/
The study of the relationships between the angles and sides of triangles, often used in solving problems involving lengths, heights, and distances.
In high school, students often study trigonometry to understand how the angles and sides of triangles work together.