The Extended Merge Hypothesis and the Fundamental Principle of Grammar

This paper discusses the main minimalist theory within the Minimalist Program, something I dub the (Weak) Merge Hypothesis (MH). (1) The (Weak) Merge Hypothesis (MH): Merge is a central G operation. I suggest that we extend (1) by adding to it a general principle that I dub the Fundamental Principle...

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Main Author: Norbert Hornstein
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-10-01
Series:Philosophies
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2409-9287/6/4/89