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cog·ni·tion
\kägˈnishən\ noun
(-s)
Etymology: Middle English cognicioun, from Latin cognition-, cognitio, from cognitus (past participle of cognoscere to become acquainted with, know, from co- + gnoscere, noscere) + -ion-, -io -ion — more at know
1.
a. : cognitive mental processes; specifically : the intellectual process by which knowledge is gained about perceptions or ideas — distinguished from affection and conation
b. : a conscious intellectual act
< conflict between cognitions >
2. Scots law : the act or process of cognoscing : adjudication of rights |