decision
[ dih-sizh-uhn ]
/ dɪˈsɪʒ ən /
noun
verb (used with object)
Boxing. to win a victory over (one's opponent) by a point score rather than a knockout.
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British Dictionary definitions for decision
decision
/ (dɪˈsɪʒən) /
noun
a judgment, conclusion, or resolution reached or given; verdict
the act of making up one's mind
firmness of purpose or character; determination
Derived forms of decision
decisional, adjectiveWord Origin for decision
C15: from Old French, from Latin dēcīsiō, literally: a cutting off; see decide
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