insertion

Noun

Meaning

The act of inserting; as, the insertion of scions in stocks; the insertion of words or passages in writings.

The condition or mode of being inserted or attached; as, the insertion of stamens in a calyx.

That which is set in or inserted, especially a narrow strip of embroidered lace, muslin, or cambric.

The point or part by which a muscle or tendon is attached to the part to be moved; -- in contradistinction to its origin.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

introduction interpolation addition inclusion incorporation implantation inoculation interjection intromission grafting intercalation inserting embedding amendment entry
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Antonyms

appendix postscript origin transportation mining conclusion
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Hypernyms

movement content message substance

Hyponyms

injection enclosure transfusion intubation instillation inclosure

Phrases with the word

insertion mutation insertion tube social insertion aerial insertion plane of insertion iv insertion

Examples

with the help of his friend's interpolations his story was eventually told Source: Internet

with many insertions in the margins Source: Internet

According to the Indiana National Guard, the joint training is vital because it allows units to maintain their airborne insertion capability — the swift deployment of ground forces by airplane to an area of operations. Source: Internet

Additionally, the time complexity of insertion or deletion in the middle, given an iterator, is O(1); however, the time complexity of random access by index is O(n). Source: Internet

Acupuncture can be painful. citation The skill level of the acupuncturist may influence how painful the needle insertion is, and a sufficiently skilled practitioner may be able to insert the needles without causing any pain. Source: Internet

After regrouping from their initial insertion the SEALs split into two teams and proceeded to their objectives. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

insertee inserter inserting insertion flow meter insertion inlet insertion mutation