f(x) is a function that takes a word as input and returns a value between 0 and 1, indicating the association of the word with either concrete objects or abstract concepts. The function returns a value close to 1 for words that refer to physical objects that can be perceived through the senses, and a value close to 0 for words that refer to abstract concepts.

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