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inset Definition

in·set (in set′, in′set′; for n. in′set′)

transitive verb -·set′, -·set′·ting

to set into something; insert

Etymology: ME insetten < OE insettan, to set in, appoint < in-, in + settan, to set

noun

something set in; insert; specif.,

  1. a smaller picture or map set within the border of a larger one
  2. a piece of material set into a garment

inset Usage Examples

Object

  • downlighters: It has inset downlighters, T.V. aerial socket with satellite.
  • spotlight: Bedroom 3 10&'8& ' ' x 9& ' With window to the side, inset spotlights to the ceiling, central heating radiator.
  • hob: Inset four ring gas hob with electric oven beneath.
  • sink: Inset stainless steel sink FULL SIZE with mono block mixer taps.
  • bowl: Inset stainless steel bowl & a half sink unit with mixer tap.
  • basin: Inset circular wash basin with a marble surround, chrome mixer tap & a cupboard under.

Converse of object

  • tile: Attractive mahogany mantle with carved pillars, tiled insets with coal effect gas fire.
  • deliver: A number of trainers were identified who could deliver INSET for teachers around how to integrate the project themes into the curriculum.

Adjective modifier

school-based: The package can be used at any time after receipt as part of school-based INSET.

Preposition: into

threshold: The canopy shows three figures at the reading of the proclamation and the Keith clan crest is inset into the threshold.

Modifies a noun

  • spotlight: Landing With inset spotlights to the ceiling, central heating radiator.
  • halogen: Think instead of inset halogen lights for a truly minimalist look.
  • chrome: The airbox cover features an inset chrome console holding an LED display for the fuel gage, indicator lights and a clock.
  • appointee: These require the inset appointee to submit to the Inspectorate a risk assessment for each works.
  • sink: Inset sinks are set into a hole cut in any worktop material.
  • basin: Two double glazed windows to front, radiator, vanity unit with inset basin.

Noun used with modifier

  • twilight: The summer term began with two twilight Inset sessions for the whole staff team.
  • marble: White Adam style fire surround on marble inset with gas living flame coal effect fire set on marble hearth.
  • steel: Utility to have laminate worktop with stainless steel inset sink.

Preposition: for

teacher: Dave works with pupils in all Key Stages and can offer INSET for teachers.