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epistemology|ˌɛpɪstiːˈmɒlədʒɪ| [f. Gr. ἐπιστηµο-, comb. form of ἐπιστήµη knowledge + -λογία discoursing (see -logy).] The theory or science of the method or grounds of knowledge.
1856Ferrier Inst. Metaph. 48 This section of the science is properly termed the Epistemology..It answers the general question, ‘What is Knowing and the Known?’ or more shortly, ‘What is Knowledge?’ 1883Athenæum 20 Oct. 492/3 He divides his work into four sections, dealing with epistemology, ontology, anthropology, and ethics. |