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rationale definition

ra·tion·ale (ras̸h′ə nal′)

noun

  1. the fundamental reasons, or rational basis, for something
  2. a statement, exposition, or explanation of reasons or principles

Etymology: ML < L, neut. of rationalis, rational

Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2009 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
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