(phil. & log.) that part of a statement or utterance, which is followed by another.

an end in view; an object; an aim; purpose.

a judgement, conviction or belief falling short of positive knowledge; a view regarded as probable; an opinion.

(phil.) the enunciation of a thing by its name (which is to be further discussed and explained) (the other two processes being ಲಕ್ಷಣ and ಪರೀಕ್ಷೆ).