preunderstanding

un·der·stand

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Definitions of preunderstanding word

verb with object preunderstanding to perceive the meaning of; grasp the idea of; comprehend: to understand Spanish; I didn't understand your question. 2
verb with object preunderstanding to assign a meaning to; interpret: He understood her suggestion as a complaint. 1
verb with object preunderstanding to grasp the significance, implications, or importance of: He does not understand responsibility. 1
verb with object preunderstanding to regard as firmly communicated; take as agreed or settled: I understand that you will repay this loan in 30 days. 1
verb with object preunderstanding to learn or hear: I understand that you are going out of town. 1
verb with object preunderstanding to accept as true; believe: I understand that you are trying to be truthful, but you are wrong. 1

before 900

One of the 4% oldest English words

before 900; Middle English understanden, understonden, Old English understondan; cognate with Dutch onderstaan. See under-, stand

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 95% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

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