👉 In the context of cognitive psychology, the term "preconceptual" refers to the initial or latent conceptual framework that underlies a person's understanding and interpretation of concepts. This concept is typically associated with an individual's prior knowledge, beliefs, and assumptions about certain concepts. Preconceptual frameworks are often characterized by their lack of explicit formulation or detailed explanation. They can be seen as a "hidden" or "hidden" layer within the cognitive map that represents a person's initial conceptual framework, which
