Diremption

/dɪˈrɛmpʃən/ noun

Definition

The act of separating, dividing, or tearing apart; the state of being completely divided or interrupted.

Etymology

From Latin 'diremptio,' the noun form derived from 'diremptus.' The '-tion' suffix creates a noun describing the action or result of dirempting.

Kelly Says

In philosophy and theology, 'diremption' became an important technical term for describing fundamental separations or divisions between concepts—like the split between mind and body!

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