Im·port verb im-ˈpȯrt, ˈim-ˌ


: to bring a product into a country to be sold

In the technology of computers the word import means: to bring (something, such as data) into a file, system, etc., from another source.

To transfer (as files or data) from one format to another usually within a new file. 
To bring (as merchandise) into a place or country from another country.

An import is a good brought into a jurisdiction, especially across a national border, from an external source.

In international trade, the importation and exportation of goods are limited by import quotas and mandates from the customs authority

The importing and exporting jurisdictions may impose a tariff (tax) on the goods. 
In addition, the importation and exportation of goods are subject to trade agreements between the importing and exporting jurisdictions.