Kantigeenit

Kantigeenit is a term used in certain contexts, particularly in philosophy, to refer to concepts or ideas that are inherently difficult to grasp or define precisely. The word itself is a portmanteau, combining "kanti" (a Finnish word for edge or corner) and "geenit" (the Finnish word for genes). This suggests a notion of something fundamental or foundational ("genes") that is also sharp, distinct, or hard to contain ("edge").

The concept of kantigeenit is not a standard, widely accepted scientific or philosophical term. Instead, it appears to be a more idiosyncratic or specialized descriptor. When used, it often points to the elusive nature of certain fundamental principles or building blocks of thought or reality. For example, one might discuss the kantigeenit of consciousness or the kantigeenit of morality, implying that these are core elements that resist easy dissection or categorization.

The difficulty associated with kantigeenit stems from their fundamental nature. Because they are seen as foundational, they lack simpler components from which to be explained. Any attempt to define them might involve circular reasoning or lead to further complexities. The metaphor of edges or corners further emphasizes their distinctness and the challenge of smoothly integrating them into a broader understanding. In essence, kantigeenit represent the irreducible, sharp points of our conceptual landscape.