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10. Modality / E. Possible worlds / 3. Transworld Objects / b. Rigid designation

15530	A logically determinate name names the same thing in every possible world [Lewis]
	Full Idea: A logically determinate name is one which names the same thing in every possible world.
	From: David Lewis (How to Define Theoretical Terms [1970], III)
	A reaction: This appears to be rigid designation, before Kripke introduced the new word.