verb

induct

in-DUKT/ɪnˈdʌkt/

To formally bring someone into an organization or role.

The station leader inducts the new firefighter by formally presenting a helmet.

Fire-station leader formally gives a plain helmet to new member, ceremonial admission without insignia or writing.

Etymology

To “lead into” became to introduce or initiate someone into office. Its early use for church offices gives the word its connection with formal admission.

In context

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And so I'm going to name a category and you're going to induct one film or character of yours into the Neil Long Hall of Fame.

Nia Long on Love, the 90’s & Michael Jackson

More examples

She was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame.
The judge formally inducted the new mayor into office.
He was inducted into the Army shortly after graduation.

Forms

induct · inducts · inducted · inducting

induction noun — Formal admission into an organization or role.

inductee noun — Someone formally admitted into an organization.

Similar words

admit: Means accepting someone as a member, without necessarily holding a ceremony.
initiate: Often emphasizes introductory rites or training for new members.