"Archimedean point" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: Archimedean points [plural]
Etymology: In reference to the ancient mathematician Archimedes, who supposedly claimed that he could lift the Earth off its foundation if he were given a place to stand, one solid point, and a long enough lever. Attributed to French philosopher, mathematician, and scientist René Descartes. Etymology templates: {{coin|en|Q9191|nocat=1|notext=1}} French philosopher, mathematician, and scientist René Descartes Head templates: {{en-noun}} Archimedean point (plural Archimedean points)
  1. A hypothetical viewpoint from which certain objective truths can be perfectly perceived, or from which one may reliably start a chain of reasoning.
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