I think we only need to consider pragmatism.
It is useful to be able to ask a butcher for their fish selection and not be shown sea snail, crab, and dolphin.
It is useful to be able to say “I saw a fish!” and have the listener know you mean a fish and not a saltwater crocodile or sea snake.
It’s a useful category to keep distinct.
I think we only need to consider pragmatism.
It is useful to be able to ask a butcher for their fish selection and not be shown sea snail, crab, and dolphin.
It is useful to be able to say “I saw a fish!” and have the listener know you mean a fish and not a saltwater crocodile or sea snake.
It’s a useful category to keep distinct.