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alfred habdank skarbek korzybski

 

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Noun alfred habdank skarbek korzybski has 1 sense
  1. Korzybski, Alfred Korzybski, Alfred Habdank Skarbek Korzybski - United States semanticist (born in Poland) (1879-1950)
    --1 is a kind of semanticist, semiotician

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Alfred Habdank Skarbek Korzybski

Description:

Alfred Habdank Skarbek Korzybski, commonly known as Alfred Korzybski, was a Polish-American philosopher and scientist. He is best known for developing the theory of General Semantics, a framework that explores the relationship between language, thought, and behavior.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1: Person

Alfred Korzybski refers to the individual himself and can be used to denote his life story, contributions, and achievements.

Example sentence: Alfred Korzybski was a pioneering figure in the field of General Semantics.

Sense 2: General Semantics

Alfred Korzybski can also be used to refer to the theory of General Semantics and its principles.

Example sentence: The teachings of Alfred Korzybski continue to be influential in the study of language and cognition.

Sense 3: Influence

Alfred Korzybski may signify the impact and influence of Korzybski's ideas and theories on other fields or individuals.

Example sentence: The works of Alfred Korzybski have greatly influenced the fields of psychology and communication.

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