attribution

/ˌæ.tɹɪˈbju.ʃən/

æ · TɹꞮBJU · ʃən (3 syllables)

English Noun
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Definition

The act of attributing something.

Etymology

From Middle French attribution, from Latin attributio.

Example Sentences

  • "The attribution of the quote is widely regarded as dubious."
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