The problem of equivocation occurs when a word (or phrase) is used with more than one meaning in an argument but the validity of the argument depends on the word's being used with the same meaning throughout.

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Equivocation is a logical fallacy where a word is used with different meanings in an argument, leading to a misleading or invalid conclusion.

The Problem of Equivocation Occurs When a Word (Or Phrase)