A Rose, by Its Only Acceptable Name

Dialog:

• Port:
  • Being able to label a concept or thing implies an understanding of it.
  • For example, if I knew the latin name of a species it would be reasonable to think that I knew other things about that species.
  • Thus the skillful use of labels can give the impression of a well informed argument or rebuttal.
• Starboard:
  • But, they are just labels. A label isn't actually a valid argument.
• Port:
  • Yes it is. The Potsworth defense will not work against me.