In Nelson's nominal category, what is an example of a specific noun?

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In Nelson's nominal category, what is an example of a specific noun?

Explanation:
Specific nominals are names for exact, individual entities. They pick out a single, identifiable thing rather than a whole category. Charlie does this because it designates one particular individual. In contrast, dog and table name categories of things rather than one item, so they’re general nominals. Peekaboo isn’t naming a specific person or object in the same way, so it doesn’t function as a specific nominal.

Specific nominals are names for exact, individual entities. They pick out a single, identifiable thing rather than a whole category. Charlie does this because it designates one particular individual. In contrast, dog and table name categories of things rather than one item, so they’re general nominals. Peekaboo isn’t naming a specific person or object in the same way, so it doesn’t function as a specific nominal.

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