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Language is an important part of the way we frame problems, think about the world, and discuss things with others. The study of language is particularly relevant to LessWrong because many very smart people confuse themselves and others by misusing words.

The comprehensive introduction to the LessWrong approach to Philosophy of Language is A Human's Guide To Words

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