# begging the question

> English word · Noun · IPA /ˈbɛɡɪŋ ðə ˈkwɛst͡ʃən/

## Definitions
1. A logical fallacy in which a premise of an argument contains a direct or indirect assumption that the conclusion is true; offering a circular argument; circular reasoning.

## Source
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