abstract and general idea; an abstraction
understanding retained in the mind, from experience, reasoning and/or imagination; a generalization (generic, basic form), or abstraction (mental impression), of a particular set of instances or occurrences (specific, though different, recorded manifestations of the concept).
In generic programming, a description of supported operations on a type, including their syntax and semantics.
Mental thought, or imagined; idea, concept.
A sentiment; an opinion.
Sense; mind.
An invention; an ingenious device; a knickknack.
Any small article used in sewing and haberdashery, such as a button or zipper.
Inclination; intention; disposition.