1. the action of setting something into a surface or frame
2. something that is set into a surface, especially a decorative element

1. present participle of inset; setting something into a surface or frame

Examples

• The jeweler was insetting diamonds into the gold band.
• The insetting of the marble tiles required precise measurements.
• She admired the beautiful insetting of mother-of-pearl in the table.
• The carpenter is insetting the hinges into the door frame.
• The insetting process took several hours to complete.
• They are insetting decorative panels into the wall.
• The insetting of the glass created a smooth, flush surface.