01 n. Disjunction; separation.
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Disjunction; separation.[Obs.]
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The quality of being discreet; wise conduct and management; cautious discernment, especially as to matters of propriety and self-control; prudence; circumspection; wariness.“The better part of valor is discretion.” — Shak.“The greatest parts without discretion may be fatal to their owner.” — Hume.
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Discrimination.“Well spoken, with good accent and good discretion.” — Shak.
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Freedom to act according to one's own judgment; unrestrained exercise of choice or will.
Phrases & compounds
At discretion —
without conditions or stipulations.