Referentieel
Example: De referentiële betekenis van het concept is moeilijk te bepalen.
Definition
"Referentieel" is an adjective used in philosophy to describe something that relates to or denotes the relationship between language, symbols, or concepts and the real-world objects or ideas they represent. For example, the referential meaning of a concept is its connection to what it stands for in reality.
Etymology
The word "referentieel" originates from the Latin verb 'referre,' meaning 'to refer' or 'to bring back.' It entered philosophical terminology to describe how words or symbols point to or refer to external objects or ideas. Did you know? The term underscores the fundamental role of reference in communication and understanding.
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"Referentieel" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (C1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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