C23 · Reference edition 2026.11
Reference vocabulary — Comparison and alternatives
Shared vocabulary supports discussion only when definitions and examples are understood consistently. Similar words can carry different meanings.
Scope and purpose
Compare alternatives using the same question and context. A difference in wording, layout or scale is not automatically a difference in performance. Keep the original observations available and explain which differences are meaningful for this comparison.
Working notes
This atlas connects descriptive vocabulary, observation context and reference-sheet design. All example records are synthetic and exist to explain a method of documentation; they do not represent tested batches, product ratings or scientific results. The diagrams are original editorial graphics. Descriptions of perceived character are kept separate from ingredient, origin, health and certification claims. Read definitions and scale anchors before comparing records.
Practical example
Link a descriptor to its definition and note how it differs from a neighbouring term.
| Reference record | Interpretation |
|---|---|
| C23 | Reference vocabulary |
| Scope and purpose | Shared vocabulary supports discussion only when definitions and examples are understood consistently. Similar words can carry different meanings. |
| Limits and interpretation | Do not present a private vocabulary as an international standard. |
Review checklist
State the comparison question; align context and labels; list common features separately from differences; leave unsupported conclusions open.