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noun
The process of making inferences based upon observed patterns, or simple repetition. Often used in reference to predictions about what will happen or does happen, based upon what has happened.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
reasoning from detailed facts to general principles
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: generalization, generalisation, induction
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Broader terms: colligation
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