illation

il·la·tion

noun \i-ˈlā-shən\

Definition of ILLATION

1

: the action of inferring : inference

2

: a conclusion inferred

Origin of ILLATION

Late Latin illation-, illatio, from Latin, action of bringing in, from inferre (past participle illatus) to bring in, from in- + ferre to carry — more at tolerate, bear

First Known Use: 1533