Mathematics as a language

The central question involved in discussing mathematics as a language can be stated as follows :

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:What do we mean when we talk about the language of mathematics ? To what extent does mathematics meet generally accepted criteria of being a language ?

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A secondary question is :

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:If it is valid to consider mathematics as a language, does this provide any new insights into the origins of mathematics, the practice of mathematics or the philosophy of mathematics ?

Related Topics:
Origins of mathematics - Practice of mathematics - Philosophy of mathematics

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