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.

Generic relations

Superordinate concept in the generic relation is:

Example

An example of an extenstional definition is: Theatened species are critically endangered species, endangered species or vulnarable species.

References

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