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Scientific Object Identifier: http://s-o-i.org/1.1/TAS-11-79-32
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.15863/TAS.2019.11.79.32
Language: English
Citation: Toirova, U. S. (2019). Semantic determination of the noun. ISJ Theoretical & Applied Science, 11 (79), 139-143. Soi: http://s-o-i.org/1.1/TAS-11-79-32 Doi: https://dx.doi.org/10.15863/TAS.2019.11.79.32 |
Pages: 139-143
Published: 30.11.2019
Abstract: Semantically, countable noun implies a dialectical unity of class and individual. In the text, it may be actualized as a representative of the class or a subclass as a whole or as an individual member of the class or a subclass. The distinction between indefiniteness and definiteness, which we expounded for individualizing reference, also applies to generic reference, albeit less strictly. As in individualizing reference, indefinite generic referents are mainly used to open a mental space for an instance, while definite generic referents are used for instances for which a space has already been opened. In generic reference, however, indefinite and definite referring expressions are often interchangeable.
Key words: Semantic determination, noun, clause, subclass, uncountable nouns, conceptual distinction, countable nouns.
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