n. The condition of being of equal in intensity; -- applied to relations;
Cointension . . . is chosen indicate the equality of relations in respect of the contrast between their terms. H. Spencer. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. [ L. intensio: cf. F. intension. See Intend, and cf. Intention. ] [ 1913 Webster ]
Sounds . . . likewise do rise and fall with the intension or remission of the wind. Bacon. [ 1913 Webster ]
This law is, that the intension of our knowledge is in the inverse ratio of its extension. Sir W. Hamilton. [ 1913 Webster ]