deduction
Translation
deduction, subtraction, inference
Examples
You can claim a tax deduction for donations.
You can claim a tax deduction for donations.
He arrived at the conclusion by deduction.
He arrived at the conclusion by deduction.
Grammar Patterns
a deduction from (sth.) a deduction from your salary
by deduction to arrive at a conclusion by deduction
Similar Words
Synonyms: subtraction, reduction, inference, conclusion
Etymology
From Latin 'deducere' (to lead away), from 'de-' (down, away) + 'ducere' (to lead).
Memory Tips
Think of 'de-' as 'down' or 'away'. You either take an amount 'down' (a tax deduction) or lead 'away' to a conclusion (logical deduction).