| source : web1913 |
Disquisition \Dis`qui*si"tion\, n. [L. disquisitio, fr.
disquirere to inquire diligently, investigate; dis- +
quaerere to seek. See {Quest}.]
A formal or systematic inquiry into, or discussion of, any
subject; a full examination or investigation of a matter,
with the arguments and facts bearing upon it; elaborate
essay; dissertation.
For accurate research or grave disquisition he was not
well qualified. --Macaulay.
| source : wn |
disquisition
n : an elaborate analytical or explanatory essay or discussion