insertion

n. [ L. insertio: cf. F. insertion. See Insert. ] [ 1913 Webster ]

1. The act of inserting; as, the insertion of scions in stocks; the insertion of words or passages in writings. [ 1913 Webster ]

2. The condition or mode of being inserted or attached; as, the insertion of stamens in a calyx. [ 1913 Webster ]

3. That which is set in or inserted, such as a word or passage in a composition, or a narrow strip of embroidered lace, muslin, or cambric; as, there were numerous insertions and corrections to the first draft. [ 1913 Webster +PJC ]

4. (Anat.) The point or part by which a muscle or tendon is attached to the part to be moved; -- in contradistinction to its origin. [ 1913 Webster ]

Epigynous insertion (Bot.), the insertion of stamens upon the ovary. --
Hypogynous insertion (Bot.), insertion beneath the ovary. [ 1913 Webster ]