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单词 induct
释义 in·duct
\ə̇nˈdəkt\ transitive verb
(-ed/-ing/-s)
Etymology: Middle English inducten, from Medieval Latin inductus, past participle of inducere, from Latin, to lead in, introduce, induce — more at induce
1.
 a. : to put in formal possession of a benefice or living
  < has taken orders and been inducted to a small country living — Nathaniel Hawthorne >
 b. : to put in office with appropriate ceremonies : install
  < was inducted as president of the college >
 c. : to admit as a member
  < induct three men into a scholastic society >
 d. : to introduce or initiate especially into something secret or demanding special knowledge
  < inducting neophytes into the mysteries of a cult >
  < induct a youngster into the use of his language — Stuart Chase >
 e.
  (1) : to enroll for training or service under a selective-service act
  (2) : to bring into federal service as part of the National Guard of the United States
2. : lead, conduct
 < swung the leaves of the door at just the right angle that inducted you to the café — Mary Austin >
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