inset
//ˈɪnˌsɛt//
Noun
insetSingular
insetsPlural
1
A small picture, map, or diagram inserted within a larger one.
The map includes an inset showing the city center in detail.
2
A thing that is inserted or set into something else, such as a piece of fabric sewn into a garment.
The dress has a beautiful lace inset on the bodice.
Verb
insetInfinitive
insetPresent tense
insetPast tense
insetPast participle
insettingPresent participle
insetsThird-person singular
1
To put or set something in or into another thing.
The craftsman inset a small diamond into the ring.
2
To insert a smaller picture, map, or diagram within a larger one.
The designer inset a detailed map of the city center within the larger regional map.
Adjective
insetCanonical form
1
Set or placed within something else; inserted.
The cabinet has inset panels made of glass.