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induction

/ɪnˈdʌkʃən/

Meaning 1

causing a particular state or event to begin

“The experiment studied the induction of sleep by changes in light.”
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Meaning 2

The process of introducing someone to a new role.

“The induction ceremony welcomed new employees enthusiastically.”
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Meaning 3

process of reasoning from specific to general

“Induction helped her understand the broader concept.”
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Illustration of induction: process of reasoning from specific to general