universe of discourse

n. Logic

A class containing all the entities referred to in a discourse or argument. Also called universe.

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universe of discourse

(Logic) logic the complete range of objects, events, attributes, relations, ideas, etc, that are expressed, assumed, or implied in a discussion

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universe of discourse - everything stated or assumed in a given discussion

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cognitive content, mental object, content - the sum or range of what has been perceived, discovered, or learned

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Definition 3.1 A neutrosophic vague set [A.sub.NV] (NVS in short) on the universe of discourse X written as

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We are currently pushed into a universe of discourse where one is expected to establish a position on one side or another of this dichotomy.

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As will be explained later in relation to the narrative itself, one's universe of discourse blinds one to other universes of discourse.

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