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(pre-op-er-a-tion-al) 6 syllables

Definition

adjective. relating to a stage of child development where children think symbolically but lack logical reasoning.

Example Sentence

The preoperational stage last from age 2 to age 7.

More Example Sentences

They may struggle with logical thinking tasks.

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