What is the meaning of reasoning?

noun

• Thinking that is coherent and logical.
  • synonyms: logical thinking, abstract thought

verb

• Decide by reasoning; draw or come to a conclusion.
  • usage: "We reasoned that it was cheaper to rent than to buy a house"
  • synonyms: reason, reason out, conclude
• Present reasons and arguments.
  • synonyms: argue, reason
• Think logically.
  • usage: "The children must learn to reason"
  • synonyms: reason

adjective

• Endowed with the capacity to reason.
  • synonyms: intelligent, thinking