Insertion

The act of inserting; as, the insertion of scions in stocks; the insertion of words or passages in writings.

The condition or mode of being inserted or attached; as, the insertion of stamens in a calyx.

That which is set in or inserted, especially a narrow strip of embroidered lace, muslin, or cambric.

The point or part by which a muscle or tendon is attached to the part to be moved; -- in contradistinction to its origin.

a message (spoken or written) that is introduced or inserted; "with the help of his friend's interpolations his story was eventually told"; "with many insertions in the margins"