universe of discourse

Other forms: universes of discourse

Definitions of universe of discourse
  1. noun
    everything stated or assumed in a given discussion
    synonyms: universe
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    type of:
    cognitive content, content, mental object
    the sum or range of what has been perceived, discovered, or learned
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