
Ambiguity
Ambiguity Definition
Ambiguity or fallacy of ambiguity is a word, phrase, or statement which contains more than one meaning.
Ambiguous words or statements lead to vagueness and confusion, and shape the basis for instances of unintentional humor.
For instance, it is ambiguous to say “I rode a black horse in red
pajamas,” because it may lead us to think the horse was wearing red
pajamas. The sentence becomes clear when it is...