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Which philosopher proposed the distinction between real and nominal definitions?
Aristotle
Which type of definition focuses on the essential nature of an object?
Real
Which type of definition aims to clarify the meaning of a term?
Nominal
Why did Bloomfield reject the idea of defining words like “love” and “hate”?
Because they lack a precise scientific definition
What problem arises with definition by ostension?
It cannot be applied to verbs, adjectives, and prepositions
What is the main drawback of definition by synonymy?
The meaning of the original term and its synonym may not be identical
What does an extensional definition do?
Lists the elements that belong to a category
Why is the scientific definition of “salt” not useful psychologically?
Because most people do not associate it with its chemical composition but with its everyday use
What type of definition does the example “A dog is a domestic animal that barks and has four legs” illustrate?
Definition by context or typical exempla
What is the structure of definition by genus and differentia?
It determines the group to which the concept belongs and differentiates it from others in that group
