divisioun

Middle English

/divizˈjuːn/

noun
Definitions
  • Division, forking, separation; the action of dividing:
  • A notable or unique feature; a attribute:
  • Disputing, discontentment, or contention; lack of agreement.
  • Investigation; describing or delineation; discernment.
  • (rare) The capability of something to split or divide.
  • (rare) A pause or stop.

Etymology

Borrowed from Old French division derived from Latin dīvīsiōnem.

Origin

Latin

dīvīsiōnem

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