Definition
Definition of introducing - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
presenting newserving to present something new
- The introducing chapter gives an overview of the book's themes.
2.
bringing into useserving to bring something into use
- The committee approved an introducing measure for the new policy.
Origin of introducing
Latin, introducere (to lead in)
Terms with introducing included in their meaning
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contrast
introducing a contrast or exception
social events
act of introducing someone or something
grammar
introducing a clause as the object of a verb
relative clause
introducing a clause giving more information about a person
linguistics
introducing a contrast between two statements
language
introducing a polite request or suggestion
adjective complement
introducing a clause complementing an adjective
contrast
introducing a contrast or exception
contrast
introducing a contrast or unexpected result
giving bad news
introducing bad or disappointing news politely
medical
cause a disease by introducing pathogens
environment
causing environmental harm by introducing contaminants
typing
type incorrectly, introducing spelling mistakes or errors
comparison
introducing a basis of comparison with an object
introducing point
used to introduce a significant point or reason
linguistics
introducing examples as part of a group
creativity
introducing new ideas or methods
introduction
process of introducing someone to new situations
introducing point
used to introduce a serious point
generic class
introducing a singular term for a whole class
introducing list
introduces what is described or listed next
comparison
introducing a comparison or manner
expressions
introducing a surprising or unexpected statement
introducing proverb
used before quoting a well-known proverb or saying
Examples of introducing in a sentence
An introducing paragraph sets the stage for the discussion. Parliament debated an introducing bill. They circulated an introducing document before the rollout.
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- French:d'introduction, instaurant, ...
- German:einführend, etwas einführend, ...
- Italian:introduttivo, istitutivo, ...
- Spanish:introductorio, inaugural, ...
- Portuguese:introdutório, inaugural, ...
- Chinese:介绍性的, 引入性的, ...
- Japanese:紹介する, 導入する, ...
- Arabic:تمهيدي, تَمهيدِيّ, ...
- Hebrew:מַצִּיג, יוֹזֵם, ...
- Russian:вводный, вводящий, ...
- Ukrainian:вступний, запроваджувальний, ...
- Hindi:परिचयात्मक, आरंभ कराने वाला, ...
Definition of introduce - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
peoplemake someone known to another person
- She introduced her friend to the group.
2.
presentationpresent something for consideration
- The senator introduced a new bill.
3.
new ideacause something unfamiliar to be used or known by others
- The company introduced a new safety rule last year.
4.
lifecause someone to experience something new
- He introduced her to classical music.
5.
ecologybring a species to a new environment
- They introduced rabbits to the island.
Expressions with introduce
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add a new and unexpected element
The coach decided to introduce a new wrinkle to the team's strategy.
tell someone your name and other details
When you meet someone new, introduce yourself with a smile.
polite way to start talking about oneself
Let me introduce myself. I’m John.
Origin of introduce
Latin, intro (inward) + ducere (to lead)
Examples of introduce in a sentence
The teacher introduced the guest speaker to the class. The company plans to introduce a new product line. He will introduce the guest speaker at the event. The teacher will introduce basic algebra in next week’s class. We plan to introduce this technology to rural clinics first. Travel introduced him to unfamiliar customs.
The coach introduced the team to meditation. Scientists introduced new fish species to the lake. Farmers introduced bees to improve pollination.
View all translations of introduce
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- French:présenter, proposer, ...
- German:vorstellen, einbringen, ...
- Italian:presentare, proporre, ...
- Spanish:presentar, proponer, ...
- Portuguese:apresentar, propor, ...
- Chinese:介绍, 提出, ...
- Japanese:紹介する, 提出する, ...
- Arabic:عَرَّفَ, طَرَحَ, ...
- Hebrew:לְהַצִּיג, לְהַגִּישׁ, ...
- Russian:представлять, вносить, ...
- Ukrainian:познайомити, представляти, ...
- Hindi:मिलवाना, प्रस्तुत करना, ...
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