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deduce

Pronunciation: /dɪˈdjuːs/
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Definition of deduce

verb

[with object]
  • 1arrive at (a fact or a conclusion) by reasoning; draw as a logical conclusion:little can be safely deduced from these figures [with clause]:they deduced that the fish died because of water pollution
  • 2 archaic trace the course or derivation of:he cannot deduce his descent wholly by heirs male

Derivatives

deducible

adjective

Origin:

late Middle English (in the sense 'lead or convey'): from Latin deducere, from de- 'down' + ducere 'lead'

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