Table 1. Examples of stimuli and semantic features used for birds, clothing and vegetable categories.
Bird | Typical | Atypical |
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Examples: | Robin, Sparrow, Wren | Ostrich, Penguin, Vulture |
Core features | Lays eggs, has wings, has beak | |
Prototype features | Small, hops, flies, lives in trees | |
Distinctive features | Long legs, webbed feet, long neck | |
Clothing | Typical | Atypical |
Examples: | Shirt, Suit, Blouse | Apron, Suspenders, Bib |
Core features | Worn on body, made of fabric | |
Prototype features | Has buttons, zippers | |
Distinctive features | Decorative accessory, protective covering | |
Vegetable | Typical | Atypical |
Examples: | Cucumber, Carrot, Radish | Garlic, Pumpkin, Parsley |
Core features | Found in grocery store, nutritious | |
Prototype features | Eaten fresh, put in salad | |
Distinctive features | Eaten cooked, strong smell |