Extensional definition

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Definition

An extensional definition is a definition that consists of a list of subordinate concepts. [1]

Notes

Extensional definitions are only to be used when intensional definitions are difficult to elaborate and the number of subordinate concepts to be enumerated is limited.

Superordinate concept

The superordinate concept is definition.

Example

For example: Theatened species are critically endangered species, endangered species or vulnarable species.

References

  1. ↑ ISO 704 (2022). Terminology work – Principles and methods [1]
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