ascription

noun

Definitions

  1. The act, or an instance, of ascribing a quality, characteristic, quotation, artistic…

    The act, or an instance, of ascribing a quality, characteristic, quotation, artistic work, or other thing to someone or something.

    • And was thy breath A pure and sweet ascription to His praise?
    • Since antiquity, Jewish tradition has softened the image by interpreting the word [zonah] as "innkeeper," one who "provides food" (/zun/). There is no reason, however, to doubt the ascription of harlotry.
  2. The stratification of people according to inborn characteristics (such as race or sex)…

    The stratification of people according to inborn characteristics (such as race or sex) outside of their control.

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