Meaning of the word attribution in English

What does attribution mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

attribution

US /ˌæt.rəˈbjuː.ʃən/
UK /ˌæt.rɪˈbjuː.ʃən/

Noun

the action of regarding something as being caused by a person or thing.

Example:
the electorate was disillusioned with his immediate attribution of the bombings to a separatist group