Meaning

noun the representation of what is perceived; basic component in the formation of a concept

noun a way of conceiving something

noun the process of perceiving

originFrom Middle English percepcioun, from Middle French percepcion, from Latin perceptiō (“a receiving or collecting, perception, comprehension”), from perceptus (“perceived, observed”), perfect passive participle of percipiō (“to perceive, observe”); see perceive.

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