inset
noun
in·set
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Definition of inset
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a
: a place where something flows in : channel
b
: a setting or flowing in
2
: something that is inset: such as
a
: a small graphic representation (such as a map or picture) set within a larger one
b
: a piece of cloth set into a garment (as for decoration)
c
: a part or section of a utensil that fits into an outer part
inset
verb
in·set
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inset
or insetted;
insetting
Definition of inset (Entry 2 of 2)
2
: to provide with an inset
Examples of inset in a Sentence
Noun
The floor is decorated with an inset of marble tiles. velvet dresses with silk insetsVerb
inset a map in a larger map
Recent Examples on the Web: Noun
San Francisco during the first tech boom had a new ballpark sponsored by Pets.com and Webvan, and a shopping mall with space-age inset neon lines, as if someone powered it up like a computer. — San Francisco Chronicle, "Like everything else involved with the project, the chrome marketing folder was shiny and filled with hope, as if the owners were selling a new subdivision on the moons of Jupiter.," 26 July 2019 The nude inset is my nod to Theoni Aldredge’s ‘Chorus Line’ finale — that was the touchstone of elegance for me. — New York Times, "Bikini Bottom by Way of Party City," 11 May 2018 Lyra’s suits come in elegant neutrals, with the occasional inset print. — Glamour, "How to Shop for a Modest Swimsuit," 23 May 2019 As Nikkie starts applying foundation, we’re treated to an inset shot of Snoop wearing what appears to be a white bathrobe, standing at the mic in a smoky (of course) studio. — Marci Robin, Allure, "Snoop Dogg Narrated a NikkieTutorials Makeup Video and It's Perfect," 21 Apr. 2019 Two inset nooks were slathered in bright, luxe wallpaper. — Jennifer Blaise Kramer, House Beautiful, "How Pops Of Color Transformed These Classic White Rooms," 17 Dec. 2018 The architects maximized the room’s space, with an inset stove top and a wall of green cabinetry that camouflages storage space and the dishwasher. — Liz Stinson, Curbed, "Paris apartment goes bold with green kitchen," 3 Aug. 2018 To frame those views, the team installed geometric partitions in the bar—some in gold and some in black—that call to mind traditional Japanese shoji screens, which are made of wood frames and inset with undyed paper. — Sarah Hucal, Curbed, "At revamped 1920s hotel, Scandi cool meets Japanese craft," 28 Sep. 2018 Think mosaic tiles, double sinks, showers with sitting benches, and inset televisions over the bathtub. — Brooke Porter Katz, Condé Nast Traveler, "23 Best Hotels in Los Angeles," 1 Mar. 2018Recent Examples on the Web: Verb
The cabinets feature inset soft close doors and drawers. — courant.com, "Property of the Week: 194 Woodpond Road, West Hartford," 16 Aug. 2019 Make sure to check out the tiny TV screens inset into the columns around the dance floor. — Rene Rodriguez, miamiherald, "Think South Beach is crazy now? Here's what the club scene was like in 1994 | Miami Herald," 5 May 2018 Some of the early versions of the bidet look like ornamental ottomans; the basins were inset in wooden furniture with short legs. — Maria Teresa Hart, The Atlantic, "The Bidet's Revival," 18 Mar. 2018 The newest bracelets are encrusted with diamonds and blue topaz stones inset with black and white diamonds in the shape of an eye. — Lindzi Scharf, latimes.com, "Usher, Blake Lively, Kim Kardashian West attend Lorraine Schwartz's star-studded West Hollywood party," 14 Mar. 2018 For wedding bands, there are numerous finespun stacking rings delicately inset with small gemstones in simple but innovative designs. — Mandy Behbehani, San Francisco Chronicle, "Romancing the stones: Designers reinvent bridal jewelry," 26 Jan. 2018 Because of the nature of the dining theme here, all tables are inset with a round gas grill in the center, the showpiece element. — Larry Olmsted, USA TODAY, "NYC steakhouse elevates Korean barbecue experience," 13 Dec. 2017 At the same time, mirrors in the bathrooms are now inset with hidden televisions, and the wireless internet connection is powerful and free, still unusual in 21st-century Europe. — Condé Nast Traveler, "Ritz Paris," 25 Aug. 2017 The front terrace has a concrete water feature; the broad wood front door is inset with glass squares. — Marcelle Sussman Fischler, New York Times, "House Hunting in ... Mexico," 7 Dec. 2016These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'inset.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for inset
inset
noun
English Language Learners Definition of inset
(Entry 1 of 2)
: a small map or picture that is shown on or next to a larger map or picture in order to show more detail
: a piece of something that is added to something larger often for decoration
inset
verb
English Language Learners Definition of inset (Entry 2 of 2)
: to put (something) in something larger for decoration, to give information, etc.
: to put something into (something) often for decoration
See the full definition for inset in the English Language Learners Dictionary
inset
noun
in·set
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Kids Definition of inset
(Entry 1 of 2)
: a smaller thing that is inserted into a larger thing
The Ohio map has an inset showing Columbus in detail.
inset
verb
inset
or insetted;
insetting
Kids Definition of inset (Entry 2 of 2)