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noun
Any kind of phase-sensitive learning (learning occurring at a particular age or a particular life stage) that is rapid and apparently independent of the consequences of behavior.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable, uncountable
Qualifier: ethology
Topics: human-sciences, psychology, sciences
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Antonyms: none provided
verb
present participle and gerund of imprint
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: form-of, gerund, participle, present
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noun
a learning process in early life whereby species specific patterns of behavior are established
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: learning, acquisition
History
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Across languages
4 source translations are retained for this English entry.
