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  1. Prototype theory

    Prototype theory is a mode of graded categorization in cognitive science, where some members of a conceptual category are more central than others. In this theory, any given concept in any given language has a real world example that best represents this concept. For example: when asked to give an example of the concept furniture, a couch is more frequently cited than, say, a wardrobe. Prototype theory has also been applied in linguistics, as part of the mapping from phonological structure to semantics.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of prototype theory in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

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    The numerical value of prototype theory in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7

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