A category mistake is a philosophical term that refers to an error in which things of one kind are presented as if they belong to another category or type. This type of mistake often involves attributing properties or characteristics to something that cannot logically possess them due to its category. The concept was articulated by philosopher Gilbert Ryle in his critique of Cartesian dualism, where he argued that the mind and body are often treated as if they belong to separate categories.
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