sentential function

sentential function

n

(Logic) another name for open sentence

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senten′tial func′tion

n. Logic.

an expression containing one or more variables that becomes meaningful when constant terms are substituted.

Also called open sentence, propositional function.

[1945–50]

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sentential function - formal expression containing variables; becomes a sentence when variables are replaced by constants formula, expression - a group of symbols that make a mathematical statement

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