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ontology
nounFind the meaning of the word ontology, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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The branch of metaphysics that addresses the nature or essential characteristics of being and of things that exist; the study of being qua being.
Example Sentence
The article includes ontology to support a careful argument.
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Use ontology when you want precise academic language around The branch of metaphysics that addresses the nature or essential characteristics of being and of things that exist; the study of being qua being..
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