instate

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To install (someone) in office; to establish.
adj
  1. Alternative form of in-state.

Pronunciation

/ɪnˈsteɪt/ /ˈɪn.steɪt/

Word forms

instate instates instating instated

Etymology

From in- + state (noun).

Derived words

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