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From this reading The position of Dewey is best represented in his paper called "The Experimental Theory of Knowledge".[13] In the method of presentation, this article is much like James' account "The Function of Cognition".
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Dewey attempts here to tell of a knowing just as one describes any other object, concern, or event.
a record or narrative description of past events
From this reading The position of Dewey is best represented in his paper called "The Experimental Theory of Knowledge".[13] In the method of presentation, this article is much like James' account "The Function of Cognition".
aimverbUS /eɪm/
point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards
From this reading In aim, also, the two are similar, for the purpose of each is simply to describe.
in addition
From this reading In aim, also, the two are similar, for the purpose of each is simply to describe.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Both assume some simple type of consciousness and study it by gradually introducing more and more complexity.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading Dewey attempts here to tell of a knowing just as one describes any other object, concern, or event.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading In aim, also, the two are similar, for the purpose of each is simply to describe.
nonfictional prose forming an independent part of a publication
From this reading The position of Dewey is best represented in his paper called "The Experimental Theory of Knowledge".[13] In the method of presentation, this article is much like James' account "The Function of Cognition".
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading THE PRAGMATIC DOCTRINE AS SET FORTH BY DEWEY.
assumeverbUS /əˈsuːm/
take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof
From this reading Both assume some simple type of consciousness and study it by gradually introducing more and more complexity.
attemptsnounUS /əˈtempts/
plural of “attempt” — earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading Dewey attempts here to tell of a knowing just as one describes any other object, concern, or event.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading The position of Dewey is best represented in his paper called "The Experimental Theory of Knowledge".[13] In the method of presentation, this article is much like James' account "The Function of Cognition".
the two together, not just one
From this reading Both assume some simple type of consciousness and study it by gradually introducing more and more complexity.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading THE PRAGMATIC DOCTRINE AS SET FORTH BY DEWEY.
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading The position of Dewey is best represented in his paper called "The Experimental Theory of Knowledge".[13] In the method of presentation, this article is much like James' account "The Function of Cognition".
CognitionnounUS /kɑːɡˈnɪʃən/
the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning
From this reading The position of Dewey is best represented in his paper called "The Experimental Theory of Knowledge".[13] In the method of presentation, this article is much like James' account "The Function of Cognition".
complexitynounUS /kəmˈpleksəti/
the quality of being intricate and compounded
From this reading Both assume some simple type of consciousness and study it by gradually introducing more and more complexity.
something that interests you because it is important or affects you
From this reading Dewey attempts here to tell of a knowing just as one describes any other object, concern, or event.
an alert cognitive state in which you are aware of yourself and your situation
From this reading Both assume some simple type of consciousness and study it by gradually introducing more and more complexity.
give a description of
From this reading In aim, also, the two are similar, for the purpose of each is simply to describe.
describesverbUS /dɪˈskraɪbz/
third-person singular of “describe” — give a description of
From this reading Dewey attempts here to tell of a knowing just as one describes any other object, concern, or event.
DEWEYnounUS /ˈduːi/
United States librarian who founded the decimal system of classification (1851-1931)
From this reading THE PRAGMATIC DOCTRINE AS SET FORTH BY DEWEY.
DOCTRINEnounUS /ˈdɑːktrən/
a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school
From this reading THE PRAGMATIC DOCTRINE AS SET FORTH BY DEWEY.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading In aim, also, the two are similar, for the purpose of each is simply to describe.
something that happens at a given place and time
From this reading Dewey attempts here to tell of a knowing just as one describes any other object, concern, or event.
ExperimentaladjectiveUS /ɪkˌsperɪˈmentəl/
relating to or based on experiment
From this reading The position of Dewey is best represented in his paper called "The Experimental Theory of Knowledge".[13] In the method of presentation, this article is much like James' account "The Function of Cognition".
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading In aim, also, the two are similar, for the purpose of each is simply to describe.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading THE PRAGMATIC DOCTRINE AS SET FORTH BY DEWEY.
FunctionnounUS /ˈfʌŋkʃən/
(mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function)
From this reading The position of Dewey is best represented in his paper called "The Experimental Theory of Knowledge".[13] In the method of presentation, this article is much like James' account "The Function of Cognition".
in a gradual manner
From this reading Both assume some simple type of consciousness and study it by gradually introducing more and more complexity.
in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
From this reading Dewey attempts here to tell of a knowing just as one describes any other object, concern, or event.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The position of Dewey is best represented in his paper called "The Experimental Theory of Knowledge".[13] In the method of presentation, this article is much like James' account "The Function of Cognition".
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The position of Dewey is best represented in his paper called "The Experimental Theory of Knowledge".[13] In the method of presentation, this article is much like James' account "The Function of Cognition".
introducingverbUS /ˌɪntrəˈduːsɪŋ/
-ing form of “introduce” — cause to come to know personally
From this reading Both assume some simple type of consciousness and study it by gradually introducing more and more complexity.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The position of Dewey is best represented in his paper called "The Experimental Theory of Knowledge".[13] In the method of presentation, this article is much like James' account "The Function of Cognition".
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Both assume some simple type of consciousness and study it by gradually introducing more and more complexity.
a Stuart king of Scotland who married a daughter of Henry VII; when England and France went to war in 1513 he invaded England and died in defeat at Flodden (1473-1513)
From this reading The position of Dewey is best represented in his paper called "The Experimental Theory of Knowledge".[13] In the method of presentation, this article is much like James' account "The Function of Cognition".
and nothing more
From this reading Dewey attempts here to tell of a knowing just as one describes any other object, concern, or event.
evidencing the possession of inside information
From this reading Dewey attempts here to tell of a knowing just as one describes any other object, concern, or event.
the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning
From this reading The position of Dewey is best represented in his paper called "The Experimental Theory of Knowledge".[13] In the method of presentation, this article is much like James' account "The Function of Cognition".
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading The position of Dewey is best represented in his paper called "The Experimental Theory of Knowledge".[13] In the method of presentation, this article is much like James' account "The Function of Cognition".
a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps)
From this reading The position of Dewey is best represented in his paper called "The Experimental Theory of Knowledge".[13] In the method of presentation, this article is much like James' account "The Function of Cognition".
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Both assume some simple type of consciousness and study it by gradually introducing more and more complexity.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading The position of Dewey is best represented in his paper called "The Experimental Theory of Knowledge".[13] In the method of presentation, this article is much like James' account "The Function of Cognition".
a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
From this reading Dewey attempts here to tell of a knowing just as one describes any other object, concern, or event.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The position of Dewey is best represented in his paper called "The Experimental Theory of Knowledge".[13] In the method of presentation, this article is much like James' account "The Function of Cognition".
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Dewey attempts here to tell of a knowing just as one describes any other object, concern, or event.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Dewey attempts here to tell of a knowing just as one describes any other object, concern, or event.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Dewey attempts here to tell of a knowing just as one describes any other object, concern, or event.
a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses
From this reading The position of Dewey is best represented in his paper called "The Experimental Theory of Knowledge".[13] In the method of presentation, this article is much like James' account "The Function of Cognition".
the particular portion of space occupied by something
From this reading The position of Dewey is best represented in his paper called "The Experimental Theory of Knowledge".[13] In the method of presentation, this article is much like James' account "The Function of Cognition".
PRAGMATICadjectiveUS /præɡˈmætɪk/
concerned with practical matters
From this reading THE PRAGMATIC DOCTRINE AS SET FORTH BY DEWEY.
presentationnounUS /ˌprezənˈteɪʃən/
the activity of formally presenting something (as a prize or reward)
From this reading The position of Dewey is best represented in his paper called "The Experimental Theory of Knowledge".[13] In the method of presentation, this article is much like James' account "The Function of Cognition".
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading In aim, also, the two are similar, for the purpose of each is simply to describe.
representedadjectiveUS /ˌreprɪˈzentɪd/
represented accurately or precisely
From this reading The position of Dewey is best represented in his paper called "The Experimental Theory of Knowledge".[13] In the method of presentation, this article is much like James' account "The Function of Cognition".
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading THE PRAGMATIC DOCTRINE AS SET FORTH BY DEWEY.
marked by correspondence or resemblance
From this reading In aim, also, the two are similar, for the purpose of each is simply to describe.
having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved
From this reading Both assume some simple type of consciousness and study it by gradually introducing more and more complexity.
and nothing more
From this reading In aim, also, the two are similar, for the purpose of each is simply to describe.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading Both assume some simple type of consciousness and study it by gradually introducing more and more complexity.
a detailed critical inspection
From this reading Both assume some simple type of consciousness and study it by gradually introducing more and more complexity.
express in words
From this reading Dewey attempts here to tell of a knowing just as one describes any other object, concern, or event.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE PRAGMATIC DOCTRINE AS SET FORTH BY DEWEY.
a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena
From this reading The position of Dewey is best represented in his paper called "The Experimental Theory of Knowledge".[13] In the method of presentation, this article is much like James' account "The Function of Cognition".
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading The position of Dewey is best represented in his paper called "The Experimental Theory of Knowledge".[13] In the method of presentation, this article is much like James' account "The Function of Cognition".
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading In aim, also, the two are similar, for the purpose of each is simply to describe.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading In aim, also, the two are similar, for the purpose of each is simply to describe.
a subdivision of a particular kind of thing
From this reading Both assume some simple type of consciousness and study it by gradually introducing more and more complexity.
