"midpoint theorem" meaning in English

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Proper name

Forms: the midpoint theorem [canonical]
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  1. A theorem stating that if the midpoints of two sides of a triangle are connected, the resulting line segment will be parallel to the third side and have half of its length. Categories (topical): Geometry Synonyms: midline theorem
    Sense id: en-midpoint_theorem-en-name-koQKyChu Disambiguation of Geometry: 70 30 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Disambiguation of English entries with incorrect language header: 70 30
  2. A theorem stating that the midpoints of parallel chords in a conic are located on a common line.
    Sense id: en-midpoint_theorem-en-name-CdPPK3DF

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