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illation

noun il·la·tion \ i-ˈlā-shən \

Definition of illation

1 : the action of inferring : inference
2 : a conclusion inferred

Origin and Etymology 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

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