conception noun

1 idea/understanding

ADJ. clear, distinct We now have a clearer conception of the problem. | broad, general | narrow | bold, grand | modern | traditional | popular | initial, original

VERB + CONCEPTION have

PREP. in ~ His work is strikingly fresh in conception.

PHRASES have no conception of sth You have no conception of what her life is like.

2 becoming/making sb pregnant

VERB + CONCEPTION prevent

PREP. at ~ Sex identity is fixed at conception.

PHRASES the moment of conception

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