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Universal instantiation, logic: on the condition that all objects x have the property F, one can conclude that a particular object, which can be designated, has the property F. See also universal generalization, existential generalization._____________Annotation: The above characterizations of concepts are neither definitions nor exhausting presentations of problems related to them. Instead, they are intended to give a short introduction to the contributions below. – Lexicon of Arguments. | |||
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Cresswell, Maxwell J. | Universal Instantiation | Cresswell, Maxwell J. | |
Geach, Peter | Universal Instantiation | Geach, Peter T. | |
Quine, W.V.O. | Universal Instantiation | Quine, Willard Van Orman | |
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