adduction

[ uh-duhk-shuhn ]

noun

1. Physiology. the action of an adducent muscle.
2. the act of adducing.

Word History and Origins

Origin of adduction¹

First recorded in 1630–40, adduction is from the Medieval Latin word adductiōn- (stem of adductiō ). See adduct, -ion

Example Sentences

Thus, adduction of both vocal cords is excited from the cortex of either hemisphere.

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In the inward variety the existing adduction is at first increased.

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Reduction is effected by adduction or abduction of the foot.

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Flexion, inversion, and adduction of the thighs also occurred.

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Forced abduction favours the displacement to the ulnar side; adduction to the radial side.

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