abduce

Definition

To draw; to conduct away; to take away; to withdraw; to draw to a different part; to move a limb out away from the center of the body; abduct.

Etymology

(1530's) From Latin abdūcō (“lead away”), formed from ab (“from, away from”) + dūcō (“lead”). * See duke, and compare abduct.

Example Sentences

• "If we abduce the eye unto either corner, the object will not duplicate."

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