in·cul·cate ( n-k l k t , nkl-)tr.v. in·cul·cat·ed, in·cul·cat·ing, in·cul·cates 1. To impress (something) upon the mind of another by frequent instruction or repetition; instill: inculcating sound principles. 2. To teach (others) by frequent instruction or repetition; indoctrinate: inculcate the young with a sense of duty. [Latin inculc re, inculct-, to force upon : in-, on; see in-2 + calcre, to trample (from calx, calc-, heel).]in cul·cation n.in·cul cator n. |
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