inserted; inserting; inserts
Definition of insert
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: to put or thrust in
insert the key in the lock
2
: to put or introduce into the body of something : interpolate
insert a change in a manuscript
3
: to set in and make fast
especially
: to insert by sewing between two cut edges
4
: to place into action (as in a game)
insert a new pitcher
of a muscle
: to be in attachment to the part to be moved
insert
nounDefinition of insert (Entry 2 of 2)
: something that is inserted
especially
: written or printed material inserted (as between the leaves of a book)
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The first known use of insert was in 1529
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