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挿入
sashiru
What does "挿入" mean in English?
to insertこの文書に図を挿入してください。
Please insert a diagram into this document.
How to use "挿入" correctly: definitions and examples in English?
general
To insert something into a place or context, such as text, data, or an object.
データベースに新しいレコードを挿入しました。
I inserted a new record into the database.
この本には挿絵が挿入されています。
This book has illustrations inserted in it.
Can refer to physical insertion or digital insertion of data.
Medicine
Medical
In medical contexts, to insert a medical device or tool into the body.
医師はカテーテルを血管に挿入しました。
The doctor inserted a catheter into the blood vessel.
Often used in procedures involving catheters, tubes, or other medical instruments.
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Common Usage
挿入 is commonly used in both everyday and technical contexts, such as inserting data into a database or inserting a diagram into a document.
Gold Rule
Medical Context
In medical contexts, 挿入 refers to the insertion of medical devices or tools into the body.
Word Origin
From the verb 挿す (sasu) meaning 'to insert' or 'to put in', with the causative/resultative suffix -入 (iru).
Usage Notes
Can be used in both physical and digital contexts, such as inserting text into a document or inserting a medical device into the body.
Word Breakdown
挿
to insert
root入
to enter
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