Ontology (Artificial Intelligence)

Last updated on Feb 26, 2026

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Definition: A set of axioms in a subject area that help classify and explain the nature of the entities under study and the relationships between them.

Related terms: Axiology, Epistemology, Taxonomy

Reference:

Noy, N. F., & McGuinness, D. L. (2001). Ontology development 101: A guide to creating your first ontology. https://corais.org/sites/default/files/ontology_development_101_aguide_to_creating_your_first_ontology.pdf

Originally drafted by: Emma Norris

Reviewed by: Charlotte R. Pennington, Graham Reid