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Synonyms & Similar Words
inclusion
addition
introduction
insertion
integration
incorporation
amalgamation
merger
fusion
unification
blending
mixing
commingling
intermingling
admixture
amalgam
synthesis
combination
composite
mixture
blend
compound
consolidation
reunification
reunion
reintegration
readmission
recalibration
reinsertion
reinclusion
Meaning of Insertion
The primary meaning of the word "insertion" is the act of putting something into something else.
Definitions
- The act of putting something into something else, typically in a specific position or location.
- * A thing that is inserted, especially a remark or comment added to a text.
- * The process of adding a new gene or DNA sequence to an existing genetic sequence.
Etymology of Insertion
The word "insertion" comes from the Latin "insertio", which is derived from "insert", meaning "to put or place into".
Historically, the word has been used in various contexts, including biology, genetics, and writing, to describe the act of adding or introducing something new.
Example Uses
- The insertion of the new clause into the contract changed its meaning significantly.
- * The doctor performed a delicate insertion of the catheter into the patient's vein.
- * The author's insertion of humorous remarks into the narrative made the story more engaging.