2. That which is suggested; an intimation; an insinuation; a hint; a different proposal or mention; also, formerly, a secret incitement; temptation.

        Why do I yield to that suggestion? --Shak.

        3. Charge; complaint; accusation. [Obs.] ``A false suggestion.'' --Chaucer.

        4. (Law) Information without oath; an entry of a material fact or circumstance on the record for the information of the court, at the death or insolvency of a party.

        5. (Physiol. & Metaph.) The act or power of originating or recalling ideas or relations, distinguished as original and relative; -- a term much used by Scottish metaphysicians from Hutcherson to Thomas Brown.

        Syn: Hint; allusion; intimation; insinuation.

        Usage: Suggestion, Hint. A hint is the briefest or most indirect mode of calling one's attention to a subject. A suggestion is a putting of something before the mind for consideration, an indirect or guarded mode of presenting argument or advice. A hint is usually something slight or covert, and may by merely negative in its character. A suggestion is ordinarily intended to furnish us with some practical assistance or direction.
        ``He gave me a hint of my danger, and added some suggestions as to the means of avoiding it.''

        Willing to wound, and yet afraid to strike, Just hint a fault, and hesitate dislike. --Pope.

        Arthur, whom they say is killed to-night On your suggestion. --Shak. 
                                          Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary