Induct
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪnˈdʌkt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Induct is a verb meaning To bring in as a member; to make a part of.
Meaning
To bring in as a member; to make a part of.
More Meanings
- To formally or ceremoniously install in an office, position, etc.
- To introduce into (particularly if certain knowledge or experience is required, such as ritual adulthood or cults).
- To draft into military service.
- (obsolete) To introduce; to bring in.
Example Sentences
She was inducted into the ways of the legal profession.
It is my pleasure to induct the new Officers for this coming term.
The ceremonies in the gathering were first inducted by the Venetians.
Franklin was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987, the first female inductee […]
Word Forms
- inducts
- inducting
- inducted
Synonyms for induct
Depending on context, synonyms include initiate, invest, seat.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include initiate, invest, seat, inbring, induce, superinduce.
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