Multiple Choice
As a lexical definition, the definition "'Pencil' means a cylindrical piece of wood, a few inches in length, having a graphite core and a piece of soft rubber attached to one end" may be criticized as:
A) Being obscure.
B) Failing to convey the essential meaning of the word being defined.
C) Being circular.
D) Being vague.
E) Being ambiguous.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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