plain understanding
noun phraseUK /pleɪn ˌʌndəˈstændɪŋ/
US /pleɪn ˌʌndərˈstændɪŋ/
A simple and clear idea about something that is easy to get.
The teacher gave us a plain understanding of how plants grow.
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2. An agreement or shared view that everyone can easily follow.
After the meeting, the team had a plain understanding of the plan.
3. A basic level of knowledge without deep details.
He has a plain understanding of math but wants to learn more.
4. The ability to see something in a simple, direct way.
Her plain understanding of the problem helped us fix it fast.