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"induction"

By Richard Nordquist, About.com

Definition:

Method of reasoning by which a rhetor collects a number of instances and forms a generalization that is meant to apply to all instances; moving from specific instances to a general conclusion. Contrast with deduction.

Etymology:

From the Latin, "to lead in"

Pronunciation: in-DUK-shunAudio Link

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