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The Nature of Words, Actions, and Ethics with Mike Brock (WiM468)
The "What is Money?" Show
The Role of Social Consensus in Shaping Linguistic Meaning
The chapter explores how social consensus influences the evolution of language and the establishment of meaning for words like 'meme' and 'cool'. It delves into the challenges of defining words without precise boundaries, emphasizing the importance of coherentism in reaching common understanding. The discussion highlights the intricate nature of language, context, and social agreement in shaping the meanings we attribute to words.
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