induction
Translation
introduction, initiation, induction (labor), reasoning
Examples
All new staff receive a day of induction.
All new staff receive a day of induction.
The doctor recommended an induction of labour.
The doctor recommended an induction of labor.
He explained the principle of electromagnetic induction.
He explained the principle of electromagnetic induction.
Grammar Patterns
((uncountable noun)) the process of introducing someone to a new job All new staff receive a day of induction.
((countable noun)) an instance of inducing something The doctor recommended an induction of labor.
Similar Words
Synonyms: introduction, initiation, installation
Etymology
From Latin 'inductio' (a leading in), from the verb 'inducere'. It's the noun form of 'induce'.
Memory Tips
This is the noun form of 'induce'. Think of it as 'the act of leading in' – to a new job, a new state, etc.