Definitions for: Sortition

[n] making a chance decision by using lots (straws or pebbles etc.) that are thrown or drawn

Webster (1913) Definition: Sor*ti"tion, n. [L. sortitio, from sortiri to draw
or cast lots, fr. sors, sortis, a lot.]
Selection or appointment by lot. [Obs.] --Bp. Hall.

Synonyms: casting lots, drawing lots

See Also: conclusion, decision, determination