Reference without identity

Matteo Nizzardo

doi:10.5840/tht20256344

Reference without identity

Matteo Nizzardo

Philosophy

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Abstract

Singular reference to non-individuals is often thought to be impossible. At present, however, this claim rests solely on intuitions. In this paper, I present two arguments in favour of the impossibility of singular reference to non-individuals.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	82-89
Journal	Thought: A Journal of Philosophy
Volume	12
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.5840/tht20256344
Publication status	Published - 11 Jun 2025

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Identity
Non-individuals
Reference
Names
Lagadonian languages

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