n.
Pronunciation: di- ' sti ŋ (k)-sh ə n
Function: noun
Date: 13th century
1 a archaic : DIVISION b : CLASS 4
2 : the distinguishing of a difference <without distinction as to race, sex, or religion> also : the difference distinguished <the distinction between imply and infer >
3 : something that distinguishes <regional distinction s >
4 : the quality or state of being distinguishable <no distinction of facial features in the twins>
5 a : the quality or state of being distinguished or worthy <a politician of some distinction > b : special honor or recognition <took a law degree with distinction > <won many distinction s > c : an accomplishment that sets one apart <the distinction of being the oldest to win the title>