Definitions and Concepts·Formalization·Lesson 2 of 4

Kinds of Definitions and When to Use Them

Breaks down the major kinds of definitions (lexical, stipulative, precising, theoretical, persuasive) and connects each one to the contexts where it is most appropriate.

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Lexical definitions: reporting usage
Stipulative definitions: fixing meaning for a purpose
Precising definitions: sharpening vague boundaries
Theoretical definitions: supporting an explanation
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