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petitio principii

Pronunciation:  pi'tishee`ow prin'sipee`I

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 Definition: [n]  the logical fallacy of assuming the conclusion in the premises; begging the question
 
 Synonyms: petitio
 
 See Also: logical fallacy

 

 

 

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