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Episode 36: Robert van Rooij discusses vagueness

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Exploring the Distinction Between Ambiguity and Vagueness

This chapter delves into the differences between ambiguity and vagueness in linguistics and philosophy. It explains how ambiguity arises from terms with multiple meanings that can often be clarified by context, while vagueness pertains to terms lacking precise definitions, illustrated by examples like 'bank' and 'tall.'

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