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insertion definition

in·ser·tion (in sʉr′s̸hən)

noun

  1. an inserting or being inserted
  2. something inserted; specif.,
    1. a piece of lace or embroidery that can be set into a piece of cloth for ornamentation
    2. a single placement of an advertisement, as in a newspaper
  3. Anat. the point of attachment of a muscle to the part that it moves

Etymology: L insertio

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insertion Synonyms

insertion

n.

insert, interpolation, injection, interjection, infusion, introduction, inclusion; see also addition 2.


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insertion Usage Examples

Preposition: of

  • cannula: More on the shunt The insertion of the cannulas, performed under anesthesia, took several hours.

Adjective modifier

  • stent: What are the recommendations following stent insertion for air travel?

Modifies a noun

  • cursor: Move the insertion cursor to the location where you want to insert the text.

Noun used with modifier

  • grommet: Methods This was a randomized trial comparing grommet insertion with watchful waiting in Holland.
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