minor term

noun

1. logic the subject of the conclusion of a syllogism, also occurring as the subject or predicate in the minor premise

Example Sentences

“Men” is the middle term, “are mortal” the major term, and “Socrates,” the minor term.

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Minor Premise: "Socrates" (minor term) is a man (major term).

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The quantity of the Minor Term does not require special attention, inasmuch as the argument does not turn upon it.

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The minor term is the subject of the minor premise 130 and the subject of the conclusion.

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The predicate of the conclusion is called the major term of the syllogism; the subject of the conclusion is called the minor term.

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