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<ref>ISO 704 (2000). Terminology work - Principles and methods. </ref>
<ref>ISO 704 (2000). Terminology work - Principles and methods. </ref>


=[[Generic relation]]s=
=Generic relations=
[[Superordinate concept]] is:
[[Superordinate concept]] is:
* [[Hierachical relation]]
* [[Hierachical relation]]

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Definition

A generic relation is a relation where the intension of the subordinate concept includes the intension of the superordinate concept. [1]

Generic relations

Superordinate concept is:

Examples

  • A tree is superordinate to a apple tree. An apple tree is subordinate to a tree.
  • A building is superordinate to an office. An office subordinate to a building.
  • An pet animal is superordinate to a cat. An cat is subordinate to a pet animal.

References

  1. ISO 704 (2000). Terminology work - Principles and methods.