Definitions In Semantics

Definitions are a key component of semantics, and a constant need in data and information management. This blog aims to add to the knowledge of definitions, promote their understanding, and advance the practice of definition management.

Showing posts with label terminology. Show all posts

Showing posts with label terminology. Show all posts

Monday, February 6, 2012

The Idea of Concept Systems

An involuntary hiatus has prevented me from the pleasure of blogging on definitions for about a month. I am now gradually getting back to n...

Thursday, December 22, 2011

George Orwell on The Advantages of Abbreviation

The issue of the emotive power of terms and definitions is a difficult one. However, it is never far away, even in data management. With t...

Tuesday, December 13, 2011

An Outline of ISO 704:2009 - Terminology Work - Principles and Methods

ISO 704 is a standard that has a good deal of relevance for anyone interested in definitions. I am providing an outline of it here, so its ...

Wednesday, November 23, 2011

A Brief Review of Nordterm 8 - A Guide to Terminology

In the sparse literature about definitions, most publications are from Academia. However, Nordterm 8 Guide to Terminology by Heidi Suonuuti...

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Malcolm Chisholm: Malcolm Chisholm Ph.D. is an internationally recognized thought leader, speaker, and strategic consultant in data and information management. He has an M.A. from Oxford University, England, and a Ph.D. from Bristol University, England.

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