English Explanatory Dictionary

induct

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To bring in as a member; to make a part of.
  2. To formally or ceremoniously install in an office, position, etc.
  3. To introduce into (particularly if certain knowledge or experience is required, such as ritual adulthood or cults).
  4. To draft into military service.
  5. To introduce; to bring in.

Pronunciation

/ɪnˈdʌkt/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-induct.wav

Word forms

induct inducts inducting inducted

Etymology

Originated 1350–1400 from Middle English induct, borrowed from Latin inductus, perfect passive participle of indūcō, equivalent to induce + -tus (past participle suffix).

Related words

induction indict

Derived words

inductee inductometer inductophone reinduct superinduct uninducted
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