self-inˈductanceElectr. [self- 3 b.] = next. Also, the coefficient of self-induction. [1883: see inductance.]1897Amer.Jrnl.Sci.Ser. iv. IV. 431 We can always determine the mutual inductances in terms of the self-inductances.1903Times 6 Feb. 9/6 In self-inductance electricity had a property resembling inertia.