These challenges in precise use of language and conflicting definitions are not limited to the sciences... it’s a really good reminder to agree definitions before engaging in conversation or debate.
#languageisbeautiful
One of the hardest parts of science communication is talking with scientists in other fields & it’s mostly because of what I like to call: “jargon homonyms”
These are words which look & sound the same, & have very specific technical meanings—but the meanings are *field-specific*