'Rustication' definitions:

Definition of 'rustication'

From: WordNet
noun
The condition naturally attaching to life in the country
noun
The construction of masonry or brickwork in a rustic manner
noun
The action of retiring to and living in the country
noun
Temporary dismissal of a student from a university
noun
Banishment into the country

Definition of 'Rustication'

From: GCIDE
  • Rustication \Rus`ti*ca"tion\, n. [L. rusticatio.]
  • 1. The act of rusticating, or the state of being rusticated; specifically, the punishment of a student for some offense, by compelling him to leave the institution for a time. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. (Arch.) Rustic work. [1913 Webster]