induct

Etymology

Definitions

1. 1

   To bring in as a member

   To bring in as a member; to make a part of.

   • Franklin was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987, the first female inductee […]
2. 2

   To formally or ceremoniously install in an office, position, etc.

   • It is my pleasure to induct the new Officers for this coming term.
3. 3

   To introduce into (particularly if certain knowledge or experience is required, such as…

   To introduce into (particularly if certain knowledge or experience is required, such as ritual adulthood or cults).

   • She was inducted into the ways of the legal profession.
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   1. 4

      To draft into military service.

      • At the time of war the President is authorized by law to induct persons into the armed forces involuntarily.
   2. 5

      To introduce

      To introduce; to bring in.

      • The ceremonies in the gathering were first inducted by the Venetians.

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