I argue that use theories of meaning such as Horwich's tend to be incompatible with externalist assumptions about reference determination and truth conditions. In particular, Horwich's attempt at reconciling externalist intuitions with his theory of meaning as constituted by use regularities fails.
Reference and theories of meaning as use
MARCONI, Diego
2015-01-01
Abstract
I argue that use theories of meaning such as Horwich's tend to be incompatible with externalist assumptions about reference determination and truth conditions. In particular, Horwich's attempt at reconciling externalist intuitions with his theory of meaning as constituted by use regularities fails.
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