INSERTIONS

Noun

insertions

plural of insertion

Source: Wiktionary


INSERTION

In*ser"tion, n. Etym: [L. insertio: cf. F. insertion. See Insert.]

1. The act of inserting; as, the insertion of scions in stocks; the insertion of words or passages in writings.

2. The condition or mode of being inserted or attached; as, the insertion of stamens in a calyx.

3. That which is set in or inserted, especially a narrow strip of embroidered lace, muslin, or cambric.

4. (Anat.)

Definition: The point or part by which a muscle or tendon is attached to the part to be moved; -- in contradistinction to its origin. Epigynous insertion (Bot.), the insertion of stamens upon the ovary.

– Hypogynous insertion (Bot.), insertion beneath the ovary.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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