Import

/ˈΙͺm.pɔːt/

The meaning and definition of Import, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

verb
  1. To load a file into a software application from another version or system.
    β€œHow can I import files from older versions of this application?”
  2. To bring (something) in from a foreign country, especially for sale or trade.
noun
  1. Significance, importance.
    β€œIt was a matter of great import.”
  2. Something brought in from an exterior source, especially for sale or trade.
Synonyms importance importancy meaning purport significance tenor
Antonyms export insignificance

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