n. [ L. discerptio. ] The act of pulling to pieces, or of separating the parts. Bp. Hall. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. [ F. discrétion, L. discretio separation, difference, discernment, fr. discernere, discretum. See Discreet, Discern. ]
The better part of valor is discretion. Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]
The greatest parts without discretion may be fatal to their owner. Hume. [ 1913 Webster ]
Well spoken, with good accent and good discretion. Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]
At discretion,