inducts; inducted; inducting
1
: to have (someone) officially begin a new job, position, or government office
—usually used as (be) inducted —usually + into
The new president was inducted into office last year.
2
a
: to officially make (someone) a member of a group or organization
The club will induct six new members this year.
—usually used as (be) inducted —usually + intoShe was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame.
b
US
: to enroll (someone) for military training or service
—usually used as (be) inducted —usually + into
He was inducted into the army.
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“Induct.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/induct. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.
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