DELIBERATION

deliberation. Deliberation, n. the act of deliberating, consultation

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De‐lib′er‐a″tion (?), n. [[L. deliberatio: cf. F. délibération.]] 1. 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. 2. Careful discussion and examination of the reasons for and against a measure; as, the deliberations of a legislative body or council.