Abduction - Definition and Overview

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• In logic, abduction is a method of reasoning; see abductive reasoning.
• In anatomy and physiology, abduction is the moving of limbs away from the midline of the body; see abductor muscle.
• In criminal law, abduction is similar to kidnapping but sometimes specially used in relation to a woman or child.
• In modern usage, abduction of a child is often called child stealing.
• For kidnapping by space aliens, see Abduction Phenomenon.