Advanced Philosophy of Language

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Basic problems and results in the philosophy of language, concentrating on theories of reference, theories of meaning, and theories of language-use (including speech-acts, implicature). Preferable to have credit for 3600 prior to enrollment. Prereq: 2500, and 6 cr hrs in Philos at or above 3000-level; or Grad standing in Philos; or permission of instructor.