As a Lexical Definition, the Definition "'Royal' Means Pertaining to Royalty

question 311

Multiple Choice

As a lexical definition, the definition "'Royal' means pertaining to royalty" may be criticized as:

• A) Negative.
• B) Failing to indicate the context to which the definiens pertains.
• C) Being circular.
• D) Being affective.
• E) Failing to convey the essential meaning of the word being defined.

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