premiss


Definition: Meaning of, premiss in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈprɛmɪs /

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  1. a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn
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  1. take something as preexisting and given
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premiss used in phrases

  • major premiss (noun)
    1. which is the predicate of the conclusion the premise of a syllogism that contains the major term
  • minor premiss (noun)
    1. which is the subject of the conclusion the premise of a syllogism that contains the minor term
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