ascription

noun

1. The act, or an instance, of ascribing a quality, characteristic, quotation, artistic work, or other thing to someone or something.

   “And was thy breath A pure and sweet ascription to His praise?”

   “Since antiquity, Jewish tradition has softened the image by interpreting the word [zonah] as "innkeeper," one who "provides food" (/zun/). There is no reason, however, to doubt the ascription of harlotry.”

2. The stratification of people according to inborn characteristics (such as race or sex) outside of their control.