introduce

Definition

To cause (someone) to be acquainted (with someone else).

Etymology

From Middle English introducen, from Old French introduire, from Latin intrōdūcō, ultimately from Proto-Indo-European *h₁énteros (“inner, what is inside”) and *dewk-.

Example Sentences

• "Let me introduce you to my friends."
• "His unruly hair was slicked down with water, and as Jessamy introduced him to Miss Brindle his face assumed a cherubic innocence which would immediately have aroused the suspicions of anyone who knew him."
• "The senator plans to introduce the bill in the next session."