theory of sense and reference
C28684
concept
The theory of sense and reference is a philosophical framework, originating with Frege, that distinguishes between the meaning or mode of presentation of an expression (sense) and the actual object or truth-value it stands for (reference) to explain how language conveys information and supports rational thought.
All labels observed (3)
| Label | Occurrences |
|---|---|
| concept in Fregean semantics | 1 |
| theory of sense and reference canonical | 1 |
| work on semantics | 1 |
Instances (3)
| Instance | Via concept surface |
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| Fregean semantics | — |
| The Meaning of Meaning | work on semantics |
| Sinn (German) | concept in Fregean semantics |