Concept

A mental representation that holds everything a person knows about one type of thing.

• Ex: A person’s concept of a dog includes everything they know about dogs, such as their appearance, behavior, and experiences they’ve had with them.
• Ex: A child’s concept of a teacher includes everything they know about what teachers do, how they behave, and what to expect from them.
• Ex: A driver’s concept of a traffic jam includes everything they know about its causes, appearance, consequences, and experiences with them.

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Last updated: October 19, 2026 at 3:50 PM