De contingente eigenschap
Example: De contingente eigenschap van het object verandert met de tijd.
Definition
"De contingente eigenschap" refers to a property of an object or entity that is not necessary or essential but may vary or change over time or depending on circumstances. It contrasts with essential properties, which define the object's identity and cannot be altered.
Etymology
The phrase "de contingente eigenschap" originates from Dutch, where "contingente" is derived from the Latin word 'contingens,' meaning 'touching' or 'happening by chance.' "Eigenschap" translates to 'property' or 'attribute.' Together, they describe properties that are dependent on conditions and not inherently necessary.
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"De contingente eigenschap" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (C1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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