background knowledge

noun

Meaning

Information or experience a person already possesses that helps them understand new concepts or situations.

Examples

Students with significant background knowledge in physics found the advanced lecture much easier to follow.
The professor assumed the class had enough background knowledge to skip the introductory chapter.

Synonyms: prior knowledge, context, expertise, familiarity

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background knowledge

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈbækˌɡraʊnd ˈnɒlɪdʒ/

Definition

Information or experience a person already possesses that helps them understand new concepts or situations.

Examples

Students with significant background knowledge in physics found the advanced lecture much easier to follow.
The professor assumed the class had enough background knowledge to skip the introductory chapter.
Without any background knowledge of the local culture, the tourists felt confused by the traditional ceremony.

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