universals and particulars
Universals refer to qualities, characteristics, or ideas that apply to multiple individuals or objects and are not limited to a specific instance. They represent shared traits that are common to a group or category. On the other hand, particulars are individual or specific instances of things or beings, possessing unique characteristics or qualities. They are distinct entities that exist as individuals within a broader category or concept.
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