ex copula
"Ex copula" is a term with distinct meanings in zoology, linguistics, and philosophy, each reflecting a state or condition where a typical connecting element is absent.
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Definition
C2Zoology
(technical)Refers to a state not involving mating or copulation.
Example
- The specimen was observed ex copula, indicating it was not engaged in mating behavior.
C2Zoology
(technical)Collection of semen outside the natural mating process, often due to health or behavioral issues.
Example
- Ex copula semen collection was necessary due to the animal's health condition.
C2Linguistics
(academic)A sentence structure where the linking verb is omitted.
Example
- In some dialects, sentences are often constructed ex copula, omitting the verb 'to be'.
C2Philosophy
(academic)A logical statement where the connecting verb between subject and predicate is implied.
Example
- The philosopher's argument contained an ex copula proposition, where the connection was understood rather than stated.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "ex copula":