Inducting

verb

Word Frequency: 0.1

Definitions

1.verbTo 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.verbTo formally or ceremoniously install in an office, position, etc.

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

3.verbTo 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."

4.verbTo draft into military service.

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

5.verbTo introduce; to bring in.

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

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