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| ab·strac·tion [ ab stráksh'n ] (plural ab·strac·tions) |
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1. generalized concept: a generalized idea or theory developed from concrete examples of events
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2. generalizing process: the formation of general ideas or concepts from concrete examples
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3. preoccupation: a state in which somebody is deep in thought and not concentrating on his or her surroundings
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4. philosophy conceptualization: the philosophical process by which people develop concepts either from experience or from other concepts
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5. graphic arts abstract art: an abstract painting or sculpture
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6. extraction: the removal or theft of something, usually with some difficulty
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7. environment pumping of water from river: the removal of water from a river or other source for industrial use
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