Definition of "insinuation"

The act or process of insinuating; a creeping, winding, or flowing in.  examples

The act of gaining favor, affection, or influence, by gentle or artful means; — formerly used in a good sense, as of friendly influence or interposition.  examples

The art or power of gaining good will by a prepossessing manner.  examples

That which is insinuated; a hint; a suggestion, innuendo or intimation by distant allusion  examples