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... defined into a general class ( genus ) and then differentiates it from all members of its class . The term to be defined should not be repeated in the genus or differentia . For example , to define chess as a game played on a chessboard ...
... defined into a general class ( genus ) and then differentiates it from all members of its class . The term to be defined should not be repeated in the genus or differentia . For example , to define chess as a game played on a chessboard ...
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... defined and the terms bordering it . 6. Definitions should be stated in simpler or more familiar language than the term defined . 7. An expanded definition should employ expository devices , such as exam- ples , contrast , comparison ...
... defined and the terms bordering it . 6. Definitions should be stated in simpler or more familiar language than the term defined . 7. An expanded definition should employ expository devices , such as exam- ples , contrast , comparison ...
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... defined . The term " molecule " was not defined . The term " hexadecanol " was de- fined , but its abbreviated , popular form , " hexy " was thereafter used . In the semitechnical report , five technical terms were used ; only two of ...
... defined . The term " molecule " was not defined . The term " hexadecanol " was de- fined , but its abbreviated , popular form , " hexy " was thereafter used . In the semitechnical report , five technical terms were used ; only two of ...
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Technical WritingHow We Transfer Factual Information and Knowledge | 3 |
Semantics and the Process of Communication | 11 |
Semantics | 18 |
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