This paper aims to explore the semantics within Russell’s theory of descriptions.Since the theory heavily relies on Frege’s semantics in various aspects,it is necessary to first examine Frege’s semantic framework,f...This paper aims to explore the semantics within Russell’s theory of descriptions.Since the theory heavily relies on Frege’s semantics in various aspects,it is necessary to first examine Frege’s semantic framework,followed by an analysis of the aspects of Frege’s semantics that Russell accepts and those he rejects.Additionally,we investigate how Russell’s semantics functions within his theory of descriptions.Finally,we examine Strawson’s critique of the theory of descriptions based on the concept of usage.By analyzing the key points between the two,it becomes evident that Russell and Strawson hold differing views on language.However,this difference in linguistic perspectives fundamentally stems from their differing philosophical and truth views.展开更多
文摘This paper aims to explore the semantics within Russell’s theory of descriptions.Since the theory heavily relies on Frege’s semantics in various aspects,it is necessary to first examine Frege’s semantic framework,followed by an analysis of the aspects of Frege’s semantics that Russell accepts and those he rejects.Additionally,we investigate how Russell’s semantics functions within his theory of descriptions.Finally,we examine Strawson’s critique of the theory of descriptions based on the concept of usage.By analyzing the key points between the two,it becomes evident that Russell and Strawson hold differing views on language.However,this difference in linguistic perspectives fundamentally stems from their differing philosophical and truth views.
