introduce

verb

in·​tro·​duce ˌin-trə-ˈdüs How to pronounce introduce (audio)
-ˈdyüs
introduced; introducing

transitive verb

1
: to lead to or make known by a formal act, announcement, or recommendation: such as
a
: to cause to be acquainted
b
: to make preliminary explanatory or laudatory remarks about
c
: to bring (someone, such as an actor or singer) before the public for the first time
d
: to present or announce formally or officially or by an official reading
introduce legislation
e
: to present formally at court or into society
2
: to lead or bring in especially for the first time
… U.S. fishery managers have introduced exotic species into most waters in North America, largely to please sport fishermen.Yvonne Baskin
3
a
: to bring into play
b
: to bring into practice or use : institute
4
: to bring to a knowledge of something
introduced them to new ideas
5
: place, insert
introduce foreign genes into crops
introducer noun
Choose the Right Synonym for introduce

introduce, insert, insinuate, interpolate, intercalate, interpose, interject mean to put between or among others.

introduce is a general term for bringing or placing a thing or person into a group or body already in existence.

introduced a new topic into the conversation

insert implies putting into a fixed or open space between or among.

inserted a clause in the contract

insinuate implies introducing gradually or by gentle pressure.

insinuated himself into the group

interpolate applies to the inserting of something extraneous or spurious.

interpolated her own comments into the report

intercalate suggests an intrusive inserting of something in an existing series or sequence.

new chapters intercalated with the old

interpose suggests inserting an obstruction or cause of delay.

interpose barriers to communication

interject implies an abrupt or forced introduction.

interjected a question

Examples of introduce in a Sentence

Let me introduce myself: my name is John Smith. They have been slow to introduce changes in procedure. The designer is introducing a new line of clothes. He introduced several issues during the meeting. New evidence was introduced at the trial. introduce a bill to Congress
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Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Latin introducere, from intro- + ducere to lead — more at tow entry 1

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of introduce was in the 15th century

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Cite this Entry

“Introduce.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/introduce. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

introduce

verb
in·​tro·​duce ˌin-trə-ˈd(y)üs How to pronounce introduce (audio)
introduced; introducing
1
: to bring into practice or use
introduce a new fashion
2
: to lead or bring in
introduced a new topic
3
a
: to cause to become acquainted
introduce two strangers
b
: to present or announce officially
introduce a legislative bill
c
: to make preliminary remarks about
introduced the star of the show
4
: to bring to a knowledge of something
introduced them to new ideas
5
: to put in : insert
introducer noun

Legal Definition

introduce

transitive verb
in·​tro·​duce
introduced; introducing
: to present and offer (evidence) at trial

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