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concept /con·cept/ (kon´sept) the image of a thing held in the mind.
con·cept (knspt)
n.
1. An abstract idea or notion.
2. An explanatory principle in a scientific system. Also called conception.

concept
Etymology: L, concipere, to take together
a construct or abstract idea or thought that originates and remains within the mind. conceptual, adj.

concept [kon´sept]
the image of a thing held in the mind; an abstract notion. A concept is an element used in the development of a theory. It is generally agreed that the central concepts of the discipline of nursing are environment, health, nursing, and person.

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