inductive

in·duc·tive | \ in-ˈdək-tiv

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Definition of inductive

1 : of, relating to, or employing mathematical or logical induction inductive reasoning

2 : of or relating to inductance or electrical induction

3 : introductory

4 : involving the action of an embryological organizer : tending to produce induction

5 : leading on : inducing

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Recent Examples on the Web This includes a battery large enough for all-day operation and the hardware needed for wireless inductive charging. — John Timmer, Ars Technica, "Musk says that Neuralink implants are close to ready for human testing," 29 Aug. 2020 Wireless Charging, Rebuilt Wireless charging tech uses inductive coils hidden inside a charging mat or phone stand to transmit power to receiving coils, which are built into devices like your phone. — Julian Chokkattu, Wired, "This Wireless Charger Imitates Apple’s AirPower Tech—Almost," 25 Aug. 2020 Currently, the team has been able to integrate inductive coils that can pick up power when a nearby primary source operates at high enough levels to power LEDs and other components. — Katherine Harmon, Scientific American, "Skinlike Electronic Patch Takes Pulse, Promises New Human-Machine Integration," 11 Aug. 2011 However, the follow-up inductive inferences for the third and earlier weeks are not sound. — Quanta Magazine, "Why Our Perpetual Energy Puzzle Fails," 22 May 2020 The Premium package nets satellite radio, inductive phone charging, the Burmester hi-fi, and a pair of screens on the dash for $2800. — Car and Driver, "How We'd Spec It: What Cars C/D Editors Would Own for the 10Best Price Cap of $90K," 22 Apr. 2020 This generally means going from the particular to the general (as enshrined in the mnemonic PIG, for particular-inductive-general). — Quanta Magazine, "Bongard Problems and Scientific Discovery," 8 June 2017 Meanwhile, wireless chips, motion and pressure sensors, display technology, inductive charging, and machine learning applications are being jammed into everyday health products. — Lauren Goode, Wired, "Don't Brush Off Mouth Tech As a Passing Fad," 24 Jan. 2020 An inductive charging kit allows the Elite to get its power by brushing up against the docking station, instead of connecting its electrical contacts. — Roy Berendsohn, Popular Mechanics, "The Best Robot Mowers to Take Care of the Lawn for You," 17 Jan. 2020

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“Inductive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inductive. Accessed 21 Sep. 2020.

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inductive

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of inductive

technical : using particular examples to reach a general conclusion about something

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Medical Definition of inductive

1 : of or relating to inductance or electrical induction

2 : involving the action of an embryological inductor : tending to produce induction the inductive effect of chordamesoderm inductive reactions in the embryo

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