De these
Example: De filosoof verdedigde zijn these tijdens het congres.
Definition
"De these" refers to a proposition or statement presented for argument or discussion, especially in philosophy. It is a claim or assertion that a philosopher defends or supports during debates or academic conferences.
Etymology
The word "de these" comes from the Greek word 'thesis,' meaning 'a placing' or 'a proposition.' It entered Dutch through Latin and has long been used in philosophical and academic contexts to denote a statement put forward for examination or proof.
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"De these" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (B2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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