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   introduce

   /ˌɪntrəˈdjuːs/

   verb

   • 1. bring (something, especially a product, measure, or concept) into use or operation for the first time: "various new taxes were introduced" Similar instituteinitiatelaunchinaugurateestablishfoundinstigateput in placebring inbring into beingusher inset in motionstartbegincommenceget goingget under wayphase inorganizedeveloporiginatepioneertake the lead ininformal:kick offproposeput forwardsuggestsubmitadvancemoveraisebroachbring upset forthmootmentionopenairventilatefloattableOpposite abolish
   • ▪ bring (a plant, animal, or disease) to a place for the first time: "horses and sheep introduced to the island did not survive"
   • ▪ bring a subject to the attention of (someone) for the first time: "the programme is a bid to introduce opera to the masses"
   • ▪ present (a new piece of legislation) for debate in a legislative assembly: "bills can be introduced in either House of Parliament" Similar proposeput forwardsuggestsubmitadvancemoveraisebroachbring upset forthmootmentionopenairventilatefloattable
   • 2. make (someone) known by name to another in person, especially formally: "I must introduce you to my wife" Similar presentpresent formallymake knownacquaint withmake acquainted withbring into contact with
   • 3. insert or bring into something: "a device which introduces chlorine into the pool automatically" Similar insertinjectputplacepushforcedriveshootfeedinstilinfuseinjectaddinsertbringinterposeOpposite remove
   • 4. occur at the start of; open: "a longer, more lyrical opening which introduces a courting song"
   • ▪ (of a person) provide an opening explanation or announcement for (a television or radio programme, book, etc.). Similar announcepresentgive an introduction toprefaceprecedelead intocommencestart offbeginopenlaunch

   Word Origin late Middle English (in the sense ‘bring (a person) into a place or group’): from Latin introducere, from intro- ‘to the inside’ + ducere ‘to lead’.

   Derivatives

   • 1. introducer noun

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishINTRODUCE | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   INTRODUCE definition: 1. to put something into use, operation, or a place for the first time: 2. to tell someone another…. Learn more.

3. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishintroduce verb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   to mention something for the first time in a piece of writing. introduce something Introduce the topic and briefly state your own opinion. Each new idea should be introduced in a new paragraph. In Chapter 3 the author introduces the concept of the learner-centred classroom to readers.

4. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishINTRODUCE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   1. (often foll by to) to present (someone) by name (to another person) or (two or more people to each other) 2. (foll by to) to cause to experience for the first time. to introduce a visitor to beer. 3. to present for consideration or approval, esp before a legislative body. to introduce a draft bill.

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   The meaning of INTRODUCE is to lead to or make known by a formal act, announcement, or recommendation. How to use introduce in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Introduce.

6. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryINTRODUCE | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   to arrange for you to meet and learn the name of another person: I’d like to introduce you to my friend, Sally. George, I’d like to introduce my friend, Sally. To introduce is also to formally present someone to a group: It’s my distinct honor to introduce the president of the United States of America.

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   To introduce something is to bring something new to a situation. If your roommate never cleans up after herself, you might try to introduce some new housekeeping policies. Or, introduce yourself to someone who is looking for a new roommate.

8. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › american_englishintroduce verb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   introduce. verb. /ˌɪntrəˈdus/ Verb Forms. people. to tell two or more people who have not met before what each other's names are; to tell someone what your name is introduce somebody Can I introduce my wife? introduce A to B (as something) He introduced me to a Greek girl at the party.

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   INTRODUCE meaning: 1 : to make (someone) known to someone else by name often + to; 2 : to cause (something) to begin to be used for the first time

10. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishMeaning of introduce – Learner’s Dictionary - Cambridge ...

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    INTRODUCE definition: 1. to make something exist, happen, or be used for the first time: 2. to tell someone another…. Learn more.

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    A complete guide to the word "INTRODUCE": definitions, pronunciations, synonyms, grammar insights, collocations, examples, and translations.