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self-induction

sel·fin·duc·tion

uncommon

noun

1.

induction in a circuit caused by changes in the circuit itself

2.

property whereby an electromotive force is induced in a circuit by a variation of current in the circuit itself

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3.

generation of an electromotive force (EMF) in a circuit by changing the current in that circuit; usually measured in henries

Origin

From self- + induction.

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