eduction en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ɪˈdʌkʃən/
Etymology
From Latin eductio. Equivalent to educe + -ion.
Meanings
- (countable, uncountable) The act of educing, of deducing: deduction.
- (countable, uncountable) The result of educing; something which has been educed; inference, deduction.
- (countable, uncountable) A process by which the Earth's crust spreads sideways and exposes deep-seated rocks.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| eductions | Number=Plur | lexicographic |