Meanings
nounadeption (uncountable)
- obsoleteuncountableAn obtaining; attainment.
it beginneth with the mix'd adeption of a crown by arms and title
1605, Francis Bacon, “(please specify |book=1 or 2)”, in The Twoo Bookes of Francis Bacon. Of the Proficience and Aduancement of Learning, Diuine and Humane, London: […] [Thomas Purfoot and Thomas Creede] for Henrie Tomes, […], →OCLC1 more example
In the wit and policy of the capitain consisteth the chief adeption of the victory.
1485, Richard III of England, letter to the chieftains of his army before the Battle of Bosworth Field
Origin
- Latinadeptio
- Englishadeption
From Latin adeptio. See adept (adjective).
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