Defn: The doctrine or theory held by associationists.
ASSOCIATIONIST
As*so`ci*a"tion*ist, n. (Philos.)
Defn: One who explains the higher functions and relations of the soul by the association of ideas; e. g., Hartley, J. C. Mill.
ASSOCIATIVE
As*so"ci*a*tive, a.
Defn: Having the quality of associating; tending or leading to association; as, the associative faculty. Hugh Miller.
ASSOCIATOR
As*so"ci*a`tor, n.
Defn: An associate; a confederate or partner in any scheme. How Pennsylvania's air agrees with Quakers, And Carolina's with associators. Dryden.
ASSOIL
As*soil", v. t. Etym: [OF. assoiler, absoiler, assoldre, F. absoudre,
L. absolvere. See Absolve.]
1. To set free; to release. [Archaic] Till from her hands the spright assoiled is. Spenser.
2. To solve; to clear up. [Obs.] Any child might soon be able to assoil this riddle. Bp. Jewel.