Main Entry:

¹ac·ces·sion

Pronunciation:

\ik-ˈse-shən, ak-\

Function:

noun

Date:

1588

1 a: increase by something added b: acquisition of additional property (as by growth or increase of existing property)2: something added : acquisition3: the act of assenting or agreeing4 a: the act of becoming joined : adherence b: the act by which one nation becomes party to an agreement already in force between other powers5 a: an act of coming near or to : approach, admittance b: the act of coming to high office or a position of honor or power <her accession to power>6: a sudden fit or outburst : access

— ac·ces·sion·al \-ˈsesh-nəl, -ˈse-shə-n^əl\ adjective