Inset

usgb/ˈɪnset/
noun

A thing that is put or set into something else.

The glass panel is an inset in the wooden door.
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Often appears as...

  • inset window
  • inset design
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Physical Insertion

Refers to an object physically added into another, enhancing its appearance or function.

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She admired the intricate silver inset in the wooden box.
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Part of Whole

An inset is a distinct component within something larger, not just any addition.

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The jacket's leather insets made it stand out.
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