American Dictionary
Definition induct in American English
induct verb
[transitive] verb
/ɪnˈdʌkt/
1
to officially accept someone into a group
1.1
to officially take someone into the military
Synonyms and related words
2
to officially give someone a new job or position, especially in a formal ceremony
Example
In his speech the principal congratulated the four new professors who had been inducted that afternoon.
