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deduction

/dɪˈdʌkʃən/

Meaning 1

subtraction from a total amount

“The deduction lowered her monthly bill significantly.”
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Illustration of deduction: subtraction from a total amount

Meaning 2

reasoning from general to specific

“His deduction led to the correct conclusion.”
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Illustration of deduction: reasoning from general to specific