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responsion

American  
[ri-spon-shuhn] / rɪˈspɒn ʃən /

noun

  1. the act of responding or answering.

  2. responsions, the first examination at Oxford University that candidates for the degree of B.A. have to pass.

Etymology

Origin of responsion

1425–75; late Middle English < Latin respōnsiōn- (stem of respōnsiō ) an answer. See response, -ion

Example Sentences

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"In view of this palpable evasion of justice through obstinate non responsion, will it please the Court to overrule the prisoner's objection?"

From At the Mercy of Tiberius by Evans, Augusta J. (Augusta Jane)

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