1. The action or process of inducting someone into a position or organization
Her induction into the company took place last Monday.
Sua indução na empresa ocorreu na segunda-feira passada.
2. The derivation of general principles from specific instances; reasoning from particular facts to general conclusions
The scientist used induction to form a hypothesis from experimental observations.
O cientista usou indução para formar uma hipótese a partir das observações experimentais.
3. The production of an electric current, magnetic field, or other physical effect by proximity or influence without direct contact
Electromagnetic induction is used in generators and transformers.
A indução eletromagnética é usada em geradores e transformadores.
4. The initiation of childbirth by artificial means
The doctor recommended induction of labor due to complications.
O médico recomendou a indução do parto devido a complicações.