inclusion
/ɪnˈkluːʒən/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: inclusions
Sense 1
Meaning · English
An addition or annex to a group, set, or total.
Noun
Examples
The poem was a new inclusion in the textbook.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
The act of including, i.e. adding or annexing, (something) to a group, set, or total.
Noun
Examples
The inclusion of the poem added value to the course.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “inclusion” mean?
An addition or annex to a group, set, or total.
Is “inclusion” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.