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Definition of Insertion |
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Insertion
The act of inserting; as, the insertion of scions in stocks; the insertion of words or passages in writings. The condition or mode of being inserted or attached; as, the insertion of stamens in a calyx. That which is set in or inserted, especially a narrow strip of embroidered lace, muslin, or cambric. The point or part by which a muscle or tendon is attached to the part to be moved; -- in contradistinction to its origin. Related Definitions: Act, As, Attached, Be, Being, By, Calyx, Cambric, Condition, Contradistinction, Embroidered, Especially, In, Inserted, Inserting, Insertion, Is, Lace, Mode, Moved, Muscle, Muslin, Narrow, Of, Or, Origin, Part, Point, Set, Stamens, Strip, Tendon, That, The, To, Which |
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