"Cartesian circle" meaning in All languages combined

See Cartesian circle on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Forms: Cartesian circles [plural]
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  1. A supposed error in reasoning attributed to René Descartes. A form of circular argument. Wikipedia link: Cartesian circle

Inflected forms

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