The establishment of a cause, origin, or reason for something.
A cause of disease or of any particular case of a disease (but see pathology § Usage notes).
The study or investigation of the causes of disease; a scientific explanation for the origin of a disease.
The study of causes or causation.
The act or process of explaining.
Something that explains, makes understandable.
A resolution of disputed points pursuant to discussion; a mutual clarification of disputed points; reconciliation.