insert
Collocations
4(verb.)
ADV
carefully, gently
PREP
between
She carefully inserted the bookmark between the pages of her novel.
in/into
The dentist carefully inserted a small filling into the cavity to protect the tooth.
through
The cable was inserted through a small hole in the wall.
Definitions
verb
To put in between or into.
In order to withdraw money from a cash machine, you have to insert your debit card.
To make your proof easier to understand, I recommend you insert a few more steps.
noun
An image inserted into text.
A promotional or instructive leaflet inserted into a magazine, newspaper, tape or disk package, etc.
This software can print compact disc inserts if you have the right size of paper.
A mechanical component inserted into another.
a threaded insert
An expression, such as "please" or an interjection, that may occur at various points in an utterance.
A sequence of DNA inserted into another DNA molecule.
noun
A key that when pressed switches between the overtype mode and the insert mode of a computer.
Now type the word "fleece" and then a space, and press INSERT once more to cancel LOCK INSERT.
The removed text is temporarily stored in the system INSERT HERE buffer. To insert that text at a new location, position the cursor at the new location and press INSERT.
Thesaurus
Synonyms
noun — (film) a still picture that is introduced and that interrupt
noun — (broadcasting) a local announcement inserted into a network
noun — an artifact that is inserted or is to be inserted
verb — fit snugly into
Antonyms
Idioms & Phrases
Example Bank
6In order to withdraw money from a cash machine, you have to insert your debit card.
WiktionaryTo make your proof easier to understand, I recommend you insert a few more steps.
WiktionaryThis software can print compact disc inserts if you have the right size of paper.
Wiktionarya threaded insert
Wiktionary[…] close-ups of her legs on the escalator, an insert of the emergency stop button (ARRET D'URGENCE), intercut close-ups of her glance and the cinema sign, […]
WiktionaryNow type the word "fleece" and then a space, and press INSERT once more to cancel LOCK INSERT.
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