Theoretical terms and partial definitions

Philosophy of Science 32 (3/4):324-328 (1965)
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Abstract

The problem of the interpretation of theoretical terms is outlined, and some difficulties connected with the distinction between partial definitions and empirical postulates are discussed. A reconstruction is sketched which is intended to explicate the 'definitional' character of partial definitions. Finally, some implications for the methodology of theory construction are indicated

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