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retroduction

Retroduction (noun) means Synonym of abduction.

noun
1
Synonym of abduction.
2
A system of research or problem-solving based on abduction; A dialectic method of working from existing information to achieve a theory or from a desired outcome to achieve a design.
3
A leading or bringing back.
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Etymology

From Latin retroducere, retroductum (“to lead or bring back”), from retro (“backward”) + ducere (“to lead”).

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What is the meaning of retroduction?

"retroduction" (noun) means synonym of abduction.

What are the different meanings of retroduction?

"retroduction" has 3 main meanings: 1. Synonym of abduction; 2. A system of research or problem-solving based on abduction; A dialectic method of working from existing information to achieve a theory or from a desired outcome to achieve a design; 3. A leading or bringing back.

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