induct
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• verb
To formally admit or install someone into a position, office, organization, or honorary society.
"The committee voted unanimously to induct the pioneering scientist into the national academy."
British To introduce and orient someone to a new job, role, or working environment by providing initial training and guidance.
"Human resources will induct all new graduate trainees during their first week at the company."
American To formally enlist or draft someone into military service.
"Thousands of young citizens were inducted into the armed services during the national mobilization."
Word Nuance & Usage
Do not confuse 'induct' (to formally admit someone to a post or organization) with 'indict' (to formally accuse or charge someone with a serious crime).
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed in the late 14th century from Latin 'inductus', the past participle of 'inducere' ('to lead in, introduce'), formed from 'in-' ('into') and 'ducere' ('to lead').