"sorites paradox" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: sorites paradoxes [plural]
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  1. (logic) A paradox arising from vague predicates and repeatedly applying a small difference. For example, removing one grain from a heap of sand still leaves a heap, yet removing enough grains will eventually not leave a heap. Categories (topical): Logic

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