insertion

Everyday

1. Insertion is the act of putting something into something else. tree →
2. An insertion is a thing put in, such as extra words added to a text or an advert in a newspaper. tree →

In the lessons

In computing, an insertion point is where the cursor is when you type. In English, an insertion mark (a caret, ^) shows where to add a missing word. In science and medicine, the insertion of a tube or needle is done carefully by doctors. In maths and computing, insertion sort is a simple way to put a list in order.

Examples

• The doctor explained the insertion of the drip. tree →
• Use a caret mark for the insertion of a missing word. tree →
• Click to place the insertion point. tree →
• Insertion sort puts cards in order one at a time. tree →
• The insertion of the key opened the old box. tree →
• The editor made an insertion in the second paragraph. tree →
• The diary was illustrated by the insertion of the visiting cards of the diplomatic circle and of the most noble families; and the General's lady was proud of it. tree →

Note

Countable and uncountable. Verb: insert. Say «in-SUR-shun».