[dis.tinc.tion] n (13c) 1 a archaic: division b: class 4
2: the distinguishing of a difference "without ~ as to race, sex, or religion"; also: the difference distinguished "the ~ between imply and infer"
3: something that distinguishes "regional ~s"
4: the quality or state of being distinguishable
5. a: the quality or state of being distinguished or worthy "a politician of some ~" b: special honor or recognition "took a law degree with ~" "won many ~s" c: an accomplishment that sets one apart "the ~ of being the oldest to win the title"