Prosentential Theory: Understanding Propositional Expressions
Explore the prosentential theory, which posits that certain expressions function as complete…
Proof-Theoretic Semantics
An alternative to truth-condition semantics, proof-theoretic semantics emphasizes the role of proof…
Pragmatics: Understanding Meaning in Context
Pragmatics explores how context shapes language interpretation beyond literal meanings. It examines…
Plural Quantification Explained
Plural quantification extends logic beyond single entities to statements about sets and…
Ostensive Definition Explained
An ostensive definition clarifies meaning by showing examples and counterexamples of a…
Object Language Explained
An object language is the system or language under examination. It's distinct…
Numerical Quantifiers in Logic and Language
Numerical quantifiers specify exact quantities for predicates, like 'exactly three' or 'at…
Natural Language Explained
Natural language is a communication system that evolves organically within human communities,…
Modality in Logic and Linguistics
Modality refers to the quality of propositions that express necessity, possibility, and…
Metalanguage: Understanding the Language of Language
A metalanguage is a system used to describe or analyze another language,…