ATLAS OF LANGUAGE

AT-HAR6-0012 · ATLAS 251

Merismus

Presenting a whole through an explicit division into its parts.

Explanation

An abstract totality becomes a sequence that can be inspected.

Example

We tested name, origin, example, counterexample and cross-links.

Counterexample

We tested the record completely.

Effect on thought and perception

Transforms wholes into verifiable components.

Resonance

A closed circle opens to reveal its segments.

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Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Merismus“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-HAR6-0012. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-HAR6-0012

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