ATLAS OF LANGUAGE

AT-HAR10-0010 · ATLAS 251

Glossomachy

A dispute over words, labels or verbal formulas that overtakes the underlying issue.

Explanation

A dispute over words, labels or verbal formulas that overtakes the underlying issue. Sharpens the distinction between conceptual precision and a mere battle over words.

Example

We have argued for an hour about whether it may be called a map or an atlas.

Counterexample

The two models organise relations differently.

Distinction

Horismos defines; glossomachy names conflictual fixation upon wording itself.

Effect on thought and perception

Sharpens the distinction between conceptual precision and a mere battle over words.

Resonance

The substantive path recedes while two labels resonate against one another.

Cite this entry

Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Glossomachy“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-HAR10-0010. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-HAR10-0010

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