ISO 22745-2:2010(E)

10 Terms relating to definitions

10.1
definition

representation of a concept by a descriptive statement which serves to differentiate it from related concept

[ISO 1087-1:2000, definition 3.3.1]

10.2
intensional definition

definition which describes the intension of a concept by stating the superordinate concept and the delimiting characteristics

NOTE   The following is an example of an intensional definition for the concept incandescent lamp
electric lamp in which a filament is heated by an electric current in such a way that it emits light.

[ISO 1087-1:2000, definition 3.3.2]

10.3
context

text which illustrates a concept or the use of a designation

[ISO 1087-1:2000, definition 3.6.10]

10.4
note

statement which provides further information on any part of a terminological entry

[ISO 1087-1:2000, definition 3.8.5]


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