- simple syllogism
- noun
2. : a syllogism not resolvable into other syllogisms
Useful english dictionary. 2012.
Useful english dictionary. 2012.
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logic — logicless, adj. /loj ik/, n. 1. the science that investigates the principles governing correct or reliable inference. 2. a particular method of reasoning or argumentation: We were unable to follow his logic. 3. the system or principles of… … Universalium