insertion

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in·ser·tion | \ in-ˈsər-shən

Definition of insertion

1 : something that is inserted: such as

a : the part of a muscle that inserts

b : the mode or place of attachment of an organ or part

c : embroidery or needlework inserted as ornament between two pieces of fabric

d : a section of genetic material that is inserted into an existing gene sequence

2a : the act or process of inserting

b : the mutational process producing a genetic insertion

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Treatment may include the insertion of a tube in his ear. The report contains a number of insertions.

Recent Examples on the Web They're also recommended prior to certain procedures, such as the insertion of an intrauterine device for birth control. — Erika Edwards, NBC News, "Many teen girls may be getting unnecessary pelvic exams," 7 Jan. 2020 Perry’s insertion reignited the talented but slumping Thomas. — David Furones, sun-sentinel.com, "What does Manny Diaz now do at quarterback for the Miami Hurricanes?," 6 Oct. 2019 In the process of copying itself, the gene drive can also add, delete or modify genes at its insertion point. — Quanta Magazine, "Gene Drives Work in Mice (if They’re Female)," 27 Aug. 2019 Although video showed its insertion method as looking like a violent stab, the hardware protects the electrodes from damage at this point. — John Timmer, Ars Technica, "Elon Musk’s Neuralink: Both an evolution and a plan for radical change," 13 Aug. 2019 The research team determined that each million bases of coding DNA has picked up nearly 3,400 individual base changes and another 380 small insertions or losses of bases. — John Timmer, Ars Technica, "Infectious cancer hasn’t done much over the last 4,000 years," 3 Aug. 2019 Over-the-counter birth control wouldn’t be possible for methods that require insertion or administration by someone like a doctor, such as IUDs, the arm implant, and the birth control shot. — Carolyn L. Todd, SELF, "Is Over-the-Counter Birth Control Really a Good Idea?," 2 Aug. 2019 This necessitated the re-insertion of senior corner Josh Butler, who had been benched in recent games in favor of sophomore Shakur Brown. — Chase Michaelson, Detroit Free Press, "Michigan State secondary staggers as Shea Patterson exposes its weaknesses," 16 Nov. 2019 But early stumbles have borne a midseason stride, one helped by the insertion of inside linebacker Alexander Johnson and nose tackle Mike Purcell into the starting lineup prior to the Week 5 win in Los Angeles. — Kyle Newman, The Denver Post, "Broncos’ run defense is trending upwards, but faces critical challenge against Minnesota’s Dalvin Cook," 12 Nov. 2019

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“Insertion.” The Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster Inc., https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/insertion. Accessed 22 January 2020.

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insertion

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