Abduce
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /əbˈdjuːs/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Abduce is a verb meaning (transitive) To draw a conclusion, especially in metanalysis; to deduce.
Meaning
(transitive) To draw a conclusion, especially in metanalysis; to deduce.
More Meanings
- (transitive, obsolete) To draw; to conduct away; to take away; to withdraw; to draw to a different part; to move a limb out away from the center of the body; abduct.
Example Sentences
If we abduce the eye unto either corner, the object will not duplicate.
Word Forms
- abduces
- abducing
- abduced
Synonyms for abduce
Depending on context, synonyms include adduce, cite.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include cite, adduce, abduct, adraw, abscond, abstract.
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