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PHIL 560 Philosophy of Language


An examination of the philosophically important aspects of language. Possible topics include theories of meaning, analysis of referring and predication, the relation between language and reality, analysis of vagueness and metaphor, the role of language in philosophical method, the relation between language and necessary truth.

Often cross-listed with PHIL 460W 

Credit 3 hrs
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Irregular Schedule (in-person/hybrid, occasionally online)

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Equivalent Course(s) - PHIL 460W  
Course History -
Change to course rotation 3/2019, effective Fall 2019; New Course 3/2015, effective Fall 2015


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