What is meaning? The author presents a philosophical theory, demonstrates its richness, and defends it against all comers. At the core of his theory is the idea... » 

What is meaning? The author presents a philosophical theory, demonstrates its richness, and defends it against all comers. At the core of his theory is the idea, made famous by Wittgenstein, that the meaning of a word derives from its use. From here, he surveys the insights of the 20th century. «