background knowledge

/ˌbækˈgraʊnd ˌnɑlədʒ/
/ˈbækgraʊnd ˈnɒlɛdʒ/
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Definitions of background knowledge
  1. noun
    information that is essential to understanding a situation or problem
    synonyms: background
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    knowledge acquired through study or experience or instruction
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