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Mathematics is built on definitions. There are definitions on the foundations of mathematics. Axioms are definitions that are kept constant by consensus.

Euclid starts with definitions. If you don't like Euclid's definitions you make your own definitions. You create your own geometry etc.

parent nyc111 3 years ago

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