Quote by Samuel Johnson

Language is only the instrument of science, and words are but the signs of ideas.

Language is only the instrument of science, and words are bu

Summary

This quote suggests that language is merely a tool that scientists use to communicate their ideas. It emphasizes that the true essence of science lies in the concepts and thoughts expressed through words. Thus, words serve as symbols that represent these ideas. The quote implies that language is subordinate to the deeper essence of scientific inquiry and serves as a medium to transfer knowledge rather than an end in itself.

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