advocation

[ ad-vuh-key-shuhn ]

noun

1. Scots Law. the action of a superior court in calling before itself or reviewing an action originally brought before an inferior court.
2. Obsolete.
   1. advocacy.
   2. the act of summoning.

advocation

/ ˌædvəˈkeɪʃən /

noun

1. Scots law papal law the transfer to itself by a superior court of an action pending in a lower court

Other Words From

• read·vo·cation noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of advocation¹

1400–50; late Middle English < Latin advocātiōn-, stem of advocātiō; advocate, -ion

Example Sentences

Cherished and celebrated for his trademark acerbic wit, advocation for the working class and marginalized communities, and his sharp, incisive commentary on all things food, Anthony Bourdain remains a stalwart influence on the food industry at large.

From Salon

I see your advocation for me to have performed tonight and I’m so grateful to you!!

From Los Angeles Times

“This vending machine aligns with our advocation of Black literature and cultural literacy,” DeBardelaben said, noting with pride that throughout the Juneteenth celebrations, “children stood all around the Sistah Scifi vending machine, and their eyes were beaming with excitement and enthusiasm.”

From Seattle Times

On the other hand, I hear advocation of absolute gun rights all the time.

From Washington Post

Sen. Lindsey Graham have developed a close relationship, particularly over Graham’s advocation for Trump’s judicial nominees.

From Washington Times