deduction
noun(de-duc-tion)
an act of taking away
deduction
noun(de-duc-tion)
something that is or may be subtracted
deduction
noun(de-duc-tion)
the deriving of a conclusion by reasoning; specifically : inference in which the conclusion about particulars follows necessarily from general or universal premises
deduction
noun(de-duc-tion)
money earned but not included in a paycheck because it is used to pay the employee's taxes, insurance costs, etc.