meaning and ontology

Meaning refers to the significance or interpretation of something—what it represents or conveys. Ontology is a branch of philosophy that studies the nature of existence and the categories of things that exist. In practical terms, ontology involves organizing concepts and entities within a specific domain to understand how they relate and differ. For example, in knowledge systems, an ontology helps define the relationships between ideas like "doctor," "patient," and "hospital," enabling clearer communication and better organization of information. Both concepts are essential for understanding how we assign significance and structure knowledge about the world.