Interpolate Definition

ĭn-tûrpə-lāt
interpolated, interpolates, interpolating
verb
interpolated, interpolates, interpolating
To insert or introduce between other elements or parts.
American Heritage
To alter, enlarge, or corrupt (a book or manuscript, etc.) by putting in new words, subject matter, etc.
Webster's New World
To insert between or among others; specif., to insert (a word or words) in a text.
Webster's New World
To insert into a conversation.
American Heritage
To change or falsify (a text) by introducing new or incorrect material.
American Heritage
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Origin of Interpolate

  • Latin interpolāre interpolāt- to touch up, refurbish from interpolis refurbished pel-5 in Indo-European roots

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

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