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Cassirer

Definition:

A proper noun referring to Ernst Cassirer, a German philosopher and one of the leading figures in the neo-Kantian movement in the early 20th century.

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Part of Speech:

noun

Definition:

A philosopher who argued for the importance of symbolic forms in human culture and their influence on our perception of the world.

Example Sentence(s):

"Cassirer's work on the philosophy of culture greatly influenced modern anthropology."

"As a Cassirer scholar, I have been researching his theories on symbolism extensively."

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Part of Speech:

adjective

Definition:

Relating to or characteristic of the philosophies and ideas of Ernst Cassirer.

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"Her thesis explored the Cassirer approach to the philosophy of science."

"The conference focused on the impact of Cassirer's thought on contemporary philosophy."

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Part of Speech:

noun

Definition:

A popular surname of Hebrew origin.

Example Sentence(s):

"The Cassirer family has a rich history that can be traced back several generations."

"Cassirer is a common surname among the Jewish community."

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