Abstract
Abstract Definition was a central topic in Greek philosophy from the time of Socrates onwards. This introductory chapter distinguishes three interconnected problems about definition: (i) What is to be defined? (ii) What counts as a good definition? and (iii) Is there a variety of permissible definitions? It considers the differing responses to these problems developed by Socrates (as described in Plato's dialogues), Aristotle, and several leading post Aristotelian writers such as the Stoics, Galen, Sextus Empiricus, and Plotinus. It outlines some of the major claims made by the contributors to this volume and points to further important questions concerning definition that need to be addressed.
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