INTO

preposition Etymology: Middle English, from Old English intō, from 2in + tō to Date: before 12th century 1. — used as a function word to indicate entry, introduction, insertion, superposition, or inclusion 2. to the state, condition, or form of , to the occupation, action, or possession of , involved with or interested in , 3. — used as a function word to indicate a period of time or an extent of space part of which is passed or occupied in the direction of , to a position of contact with ; against , 6. — used as a function word to indicate the dividend in division