inset

¹in·set

noun \ˈin-ˌset\

Definition of INSET

1

a : a place where something flows in : channel

b : a setting or flowing in

2

: something that is inset: as

a : a small graphic representation (as a map or picture) set within a larger one

b : a piece of cloth set into a garment (as for decoration)

c : a part or section of a utensil that fits into an outer part

Examples of INSET

1. The floor is decorated with an inset of marble tiles.
2. velvet dresses with silk insets

First Known Use of INSET

1559

Other Cartography Terms

Robinson projection, benchmark, plat, projection, topography

Rhymes with INSET

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²in·set

transitive verb \ˈin-ˌset, in-ˈ\

inset or in·set·tedin·set·ting

Definition of INSET

1

: set in; especially : to insert within something else in such a way as to be visible

2

: to provide with an inset

Examples of INSET

1. inset a map in a larger map

First Known Use of INSET

1658