comparatio

Etymology 1
From.

Noun

 * 1) comparison
 * 2)  comparative
 * 3) relationship, relation between two or more things, arrangement
 * 4)  construction
 * 5)  constituent
 * 6)  combination, conjunction
 * 1)  combination, conjunction

Etymology 2
From.

Noun

 * 1) preparation
 * 2)  acquisition, purchase