Associations to the word «Zeno»

Wiktionary

ZENO, proper noun. A male given name.
ZENO, adjective. (mathematics) (philosophy) Requiring or involving an infinite number of intervals within a finite time.

Dictionary definition

ZENO, noun. Ancient Greek philosopher who formulated paradoxes that defended the belief that motion and change are illusory (circa 495-430 BC).
ZENO, noun. Ancient Greek philosopher who founded the Stoic school (circa 335-263 BC).

Wise words

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