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Synonymy in natural language: two forms, two meanings

What is it about?

It's about the theoretical impossibility of absolute synonymy, giving an example from Italian.

Why is it important?

Although in every day speech, the use of the term 'synonymous' is common, absolute synonymy does not exist. This is something that needs wide attention.

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