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attribution / assignment

nounfeminine/ɐtɾibuˈsɐ̃w̃/high

a·tri·bui·ção

Definition

The action or effect of attributing; the designation of something to someone; a competence or function that is conferred.
The allocation of funds was approved by the board.
One of his assignments is to manage the team.
Common collocations
assignment of functionsallocation of responsibilitiesdelegation of powers

Etymology

Do latim 'attributio, attributionis' (ação de atribuir).

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