Introduce
/ˌɪn.trəˈdjuːs/noun
To bring something into use or operation for the first time.
Did you know?The word 'introduce' stems from the Latin 'introducere', which means to 'lead in' or 'bring into', hinting at a deeper connection to ritualistic practices of inclusion.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*tud-
“to push or thrust”
Latin
Latin
introducere
“to lead in, bring in”
Old French
Old French
introduire
“to introduce, bring in”
Middle English
Middle English
introducen
“to introduce, lead in”
Modern English
English
introduce
“to bring something into use or operation for the first time”