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disquisition

noun

/ˌdɪskwɪˈzɪʃən/

Meaning

A long or elaborate discussion or written essay on a particular subject.

The professor gave a lengthy disquisition on ancient philosophy.

treatise, essay, dissertation, discourse

summary, outline

long disquisition, detailed disquisition

A kingdom or domain; a field or area of activity or interest.

A stock or amount of something supplied or available for use.

The quality of being fair and impartial; ownership interest in a company or property.

a personal possession; historically, movable property including slaves

a feeling of strong disgust or hatred

The action of depositing something; the laying down of matter by a natural process.