noun
adduction
Adduction (noun) means the act of giving something, such as an example, as evidence.
noun
1
The act of giving something, such as an example, as evidence.
2
The movement of pulling a limb or body part towards the middle of the body.
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Etymology
Borrowed from Latin adductio, adductionis, from adducō (“to bring to oneself”), from ad and ducō (“to lead”). Compare French adduction. It can be analysed as adduct + -ion or adduce + -tion. See adduce.
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Rhymes for adduction
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of adduction?
"adduction" (noun) means the act of giving something, such as an example, as evidence.
What is the opposite of adduction?
The opposite of "adduction" is abduction.
What are the different meanings of adduction?
"adduction" has 2 main meanings: 1. The act of giving something, such as an example, as evidence; 2. The movement of pulling a limb or body part towards the middle of the body.
