illation

noun il·la·tion \i-ˈlā-shən\

Definition of ILLATION

: the action of inferring : inference

: a conclusion inferred

Origin 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

First Known Use: 1533

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