introduce
1 of 1verb/ˌɪntrəˈdus/
Forms:introduces,introducing,introduced,introduced
1
to tell someone our name so they can know us, or to tell them someone else's name so they can know each other, normally happening in the first meeting
A1transitive- Allow me to introduce my colleague, Mr. Johnson.
- Can I introduce you to my classmates?
- I want to introduce my parents.
- I would like to introduce you to our team members, John and Sarah.
- Let me introduce you to our new neighbor, Mr. Anderson.
2
to begin or initiate something, such as an event, process, or activity
transitive- The host introduced the conference with a welcoming speech to start the event.
- He introduced the meeting by outlining the agenda for the day.
- The school principal introduced the new academic year with a motivational speech.
- The instructor introduced the course by giving an overview of the topics and assignments.
- They introduced the ceremony with a traditional prayer.
3
to give details to an audience about the show, guests, etc. that are about to be seen or heard
B1transitive- The host introduced the speakers, giving the audience a brief overview of their backgrounds.
- The presenter introduced the film, sharing interesting facts about its production and cast.
- The announcer introduced the guests, setting the stage for an exciting conversation.
- She introduced the show, giving the audience a sneak peek of the upcoming segments.
- Before the play started, the director introduced the production team.
4
to bring something new to a place or situation where it was not before, especially in a way that grabs people's attention or interest
transitive- The chef introduced a unique dish to the menu, surprising customers with exotic flavors.
- The teacher introduced interactive learning techniques to keep the students engaged.
- The musician introduced a new genre of music at the concert, captivating the audience.
- They introduced an innovative idea during the meeting that sparked a lot of excitement.
- The museum will introduce a new exhibit that highlights modern art from around the world.
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5
to insert or add something into a particular place or situation, often making it part of the whole
transitive- She introduced a new paragraph into her essay to clarify her point.
- They introduced modern furniture into the office, making the space feel more contemporary.
- The artist introduced bold colors into the painting, making it stand out.
- The chef introduced fresh ingredients into the recipe, enhancing its flavor.
- The engineer introduced new technology into the system to improve efficiency.
6
to bring a new person or thing into a familiar setting
transitive- The teacher decided to introduce a new student to the class.
- During the meeting, the manager introduced a new project to the team.
- The company plans to introduce innovative technology into their operations.
- The host took a moment to introduce the guest speaker to the audience.
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7
to formally present a new law or proposal for discussion and consideration in a legislative body
transitive- The senator introduced a new bill aimed at improving healthcare accessibility.
- The government plans to introduce a piece of legislation that addresses climate change.
- He introduced the proposed law on criminal justice reform to the assembly for debate.
- The mayor introduced a new housing policy, hoping to gain support from local lawmakers.
- The committee introduced a new measure to limit the use of plastic in the city.
8
to present someone, such as an actor or singer, to the public for the first time
transitive- The director introduced the young actor to the crowd before the film premiere.
- The label plans to introduce the band to the public with their debut album.
- The theater company introduced a promising new actress in their latest production.
- The magazine will introduce the fashion designer to its readers in next month's issue.
- The talent scout introduced the singer to the music industry.
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9
to place or insert something into a particular position or location
transitive- She introduced the key into the lock and turned it to open the door.
- He introduced the documents into the filing system, organizing them by category.
- She introduced the needle into the fabric to begin sewing the patch.
- She introduced the letter into the envelope, sealing it before mailing.
- The scientist introduced the chemical into the solution to start the reaction.
10
to present or establish something previously unknown or unavailable
- The company plans to introduce a revolutionary smartphone with foldable screens next year.
- The teacher introduced a new teaching method to make math more engaging for students.
- European explorers introduced tomatoes to Italy in the 16th century, transforming its cuisine.
- The mayor introduced stricter recycling policies to reduce landfill waste.
- The fashion designer introduced bold neon colors into her latest collection, surprising critics.