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Deliberation
Open directlyWebster's 1828 Dictionary · 1828
Part of speech: noun (n.)
1. The act of deliberating, or of weighing and examining the reasons for and against a choice or measure; careful consideration; mature reflection. Choosing the fairest way with a calm deliberation. W. Montagu.
2. Careful discussion and examination of the reasons for and against a measure; as, the deliberations of a legislative body or council.