introduce
verb
in·tro·duce
ˌin-trə-ˈdüs 
-ˈdyüs
introduced; introducing
1
: to lead to or make known by a formal act, announcement, or recommendation: such as
a
: to cause to be acquainted
b
: to make preliminary explanatory or laudatory remarks about
c
: to bring (someone, such as an actor or singer) before the public for the first time
d
: to present or announce formally or officially or by an official reading
introduce legislation
e
: to present formally at court or into society
2
: to lead or bring in especially for the first time
… U.S. fishery managers have introduced exotic species into most waters in North America, largely to please sport fishermen.—
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a
: to bring into play
b
: to bring into practice or use : institute
4
: to bring to a knowledge of something
introduced them to new ideas
introducer
noun
Examples of introduce in a Sentence
Let me introduce myself: my name is John Smith.
They have been slow to introduce changes in procedure.
The designer is introducing a new line of clothes.
He introduced several issues during the meeting.
New evidence was introduced at the trial.
introduce a bill to Congress
Recent Examples on the Web
The network will also introduce a new NCIS series in the 2024-25 season, a prequel subtitled Origins that follows a younger version of Leroy Jethro Gibbs (played by Austin Stowell).
—Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Apr. 2024
Assembly Bill 2808 introduces greater transparency and choice into the ticketing process — incentivizing ticket sellers to enhance services, provide clearer pricing structures and reduce fees for consumers.
—Robert Herrell, The Mercury News, 26 Apr. 2024
In 1973, the National Hurricane Center introduced the Saffir-Simpson scale, a five-category rating system that classified hurricanes by wind intensity.
—Corinne Purtill, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2024
After they got settled, all the kids went around and introduced themselves.
—Hannah Sacks, Peoplemag, 25 Apr. 2024
In recent years, Alaska has been rapidly expanding its presence in San Diego, frequently introducing new nonstop routes.
—Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Apr. 2024
In 2023, conservative state lawmakers introduced more than 500 such bills, breaking the previous year’s record of more than 300.
—Jo Yurcaba, NBC News, 25 Apr. 2024
New drones, capable of flying in more weather conditions and carrying up to five pounds at a time, will be introduced in Tolleson.
—Abigail Beck, The Arizona Republic, 25 Apr. 2024
Inspired by the Kelly case, Republicans in the Arizona legislature introduced a bill that would allow property owners to threaten deadly force to stop someone from trespassing or attempting to trespass on their land.
—Rachel Monroe, The New Yorker, 25 Apr. 2024
Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Apr. 2024
Assembly Bill 2808 introduces greater transparency and choice into the ticketing process — incentivizing ticket sellers to enhance services, provide clearer pricing structures and reduce fees for consumers.
—Robert Herrell, The Mercury News, 26 Apr. 2024
In 1973, the National Hurricane Center introduced the Saffir-Simpson scale, a five-category rating system that classified hurricanes by wind intensity.
—Corinne Purtill, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2024
After they got settled, all the kids went around and introduced themselves.
—Hannah Sacks, Peoplemag, 25 Apr. 2024
In recent years, Alaska has been rapidly expanding its presence in San Diego, frequently introducing new nonstop routes.
—Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Apr. 2024
In 2023, conservative state lawmakers introduced more than 500 such bills, breaking the previous year’s record of more than 300.
—Jo Yurcaba, NBC News, 25 Apr. 2024
New drones, capable of flying in more weather conditions and carrying up to five pounds at a time, will be introduced in Tolleson.
—Abigail Beck, The Arizona Republic, 25 Apr. 2024
Inspired by the Kelly case, Republicans in the Arizona legislature introduced a bill that would allow property owners to threaten deadly force to stop someone from trespassing or attempting to trespass on their land.
—Rachel Monroe, The New Yorker, 25 Apr. 2024
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introduce
verb
in·tro·duce
ˌin-trə-ˈd(y)üs
introduced; introducing
1
: to bring into practice or use
introduce a new fashion
2
: to lead or bring in
introduced a new topic
3
a
: to cause to become acquainted
introduce two strangers
b
: to present or announce officially
introduce a legislative bill
c
: to make preliminary remarks about
introduced the star of the show
4
: to bring to a knowledge of something
introduced them to new ideas
5
: to put in : insert
introducer
noun
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