English Dictionary
Definition induct in British English
induct verb
[transitive] verb
/ɪnˈdʌkt/
1
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.
2
to officially accept someone into a group
2.1
to officially take someone into the armed forces
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