minor term

noun

minor term

noun
1

Human sciences, Logic, Mathematics, Philosophy, Sciences The subject of the conclusion in a categorical syllogism.

  • The minor term in John Stuart Mill's famous syllogism is Socrates; the major term is mortal.
Coordinate terms
middle term, major term, minor premise, major premise

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