D — DEFINITION
Definition: A term lock that specifies precisely what a symbol or concept means.
Epistemological Role
- Stipulative: Declares meaning by fiat
- Non-negotiable: Once defined, term must be used consistently
- Enables precision: Without definitions, arguments equivocate
Test for Definition Status
“Does this claim introduce a new term or symbol?”
- If YES → Definition
- If NO → It’s a claim about existing terms (Axiom, Property, Theorem)
Count
31 Definitions in the full spine (D1.1 through D19.10)
Key Definitions
| ID | Symbol | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| D1.1 | Information | A difference that makes a difference |
| D1.2 | Bit | Minimum unit of distinction |
| D2.1 | χ (chi) | Logos Field — informational substrate |
| D3.1 | C[χ] | Coherence functional |
| D4.1 | K(x) | Kolmogorov Complexity |
| D5.2 | Φ | Integrated Information |
| D6.1 | γ | Collapse rate |
| D8.1 | σ̂ | Sign operator |
| D9.1 | Ĝ | Grace operator |
| D10.1 | Ψ_S | Soul field |
| D12.1 | Ω | Integration attractor (Covenant) |
| D12.2 | ∅ | Fragmentation attractor (Void) |
Full List
See: D - Definitions
Relationship to Canonical Documents
Definitions should be locked in Canonical documents (e.g., 00_Canonical/Consciousness.md).
When a term is defined, all other documents should link to that definition rather than redefine.
Definitions are not claims about reality — they are stipulations about language.