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What is another word for Inset? – 267 Inset Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    insert set embed enclose encase enfold envelop surround encircle circumscribe bound limit confine restrict inset inlay intarsia marquetry mosaic patch piece segment section partition divider separator barrier block obstacle hurdle impediment interruption insertion interpolation interjection interruption disruption disturbance cut-in cutaway window aperture opening gap space interval recess alcove niche nook cranny corner pocket compartment cavity hollow slot groove channel furrow trough indentation dent impression depression recess inset panel inset door inset window inlaid inlaid wood inlay pattern inserted inserted section insert page.

    Meaning of Inset

    The primary meaning of the word "inset" refers to a part or section that is set into something else, often to provide additional information, decoration, or functionality.

    Definitions

    • A part or section that is set into something else, often to provide additional information, decoration, or functionality.
    • A section of a map, picture, or other image that is set within a larger image.
    • A piece of material, such as wood or stone, that is set into a larger piece to create a decorative pattern or design.
    • A section of text or other content that is inserted into a larger work, often to provide additional information or context.

    Etymology of Inset

    The word "inset" comes from the Old English words "in" meaning "in" or "into" and "set" meaning "to put" or "to place".
    The word has been used in English since the 15th century, initially to describe a piece of material set into a larger piece, and later to describe a section of text or other content inserted into a larger work.

    Example Uses

    • The map had an inset of the city center, showing the location of major landmarks and tourist attractions.
    • The wooden table had an inset of marble, creating a decorative and functional surface.
    • The article had an inset box with additional information about the topic, providing context and background for readers.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    exclude remove delete omit extract detach separate disconnect disengage disentangle disenclose disembed unearth uncover reveal expose extract abstract detach isolate segregate seclude withdraw retract pull out take out eliminate eradicate expel eject oust dismiss discharge remove displacement dislocation disruption disturbance interruption separation detachment disjunction discontinuity.

    Related Nouns

    panel section part piece segment portion compartment cavity hollow slot groove channel furrow trough indentation dent impression depression recess alcove niche nook cranny corner pocket inset panel inset door inset window map picture image decoration design pattern inlay marquetry mosaic patch piece work artwork craft object thing item article component element unit module.

    Related Verbs

    insert set embed enclose encase enfold envelop surround encircle circumscribe bound limit confine restrict place put position locate situate deposit lay install mount fix attach affix join unite combine integrate merge blend fuse incorporate include add introduce interpose interpolate interject interrupt disrupt disturb displace dislodge dislocate.

    Related Adjectives

    inset inserted inlaid inlay decorative functional additional extra supplementary auxiliary secondary subordinate internal inner interior enclosed enclosed confined restricted limited bounded circumscribed surrounded enveloped embedded set placed positioned located situated deposited laid installed mounted fixed attached affixed joined united combined integrated merged blended fused incorporated included introduced interposed interpolated interjected interrupted disrupted disturbed.