What is the main focus of ordinary language philosophy?
Everyday language use
Formal logic
Mathematical language
Scientific terminology
Answer
Everyday language use is the main focus of ordinary language philosophy. This school of thought emphasizes the importance of understanding the ordinary meanings of words and expressions in order to clarify philosophical problems. Ordinary language philosophers argue that many philosophical problems arise from misunderstandings of language and that by clarifying the ordinary use of language, we can resolve these problems.
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