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built-in

[ bilt-in ]

adjective

  1. built so as to be an integral and permanent part of a larger construction:

    The wall has a built-in bookcase.

  2. existing as a natural or characteristic part of something; inherent:

    a built-in contempt for daydreaming.



noun

  1. a built-in piece of furniture or appliance.
  2. an additional feature or capability, as of a machine or a service:

    a car with power steering, power brakes, and other built-ins.

built-in

adjective

  1. made or incorporated as an integral part

    a built-in escape clause

    a built-in cupboard

  2. essential; inherent
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

noun

  1. a built-in cupboard or wardrobe
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Word History and Origins

Origin of built-in1

First recorded in 1895–1900
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Meta, which owns Instagram, says its new accounts have "built-in protections" and it shares "the goal of keeping teens safe online".

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It says that 97% of 13 to 15 year olds have also kept its built-in restrictions.

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With the built-in chat feature, simply pressing a button on the controller will allow players to share images and talk with friends on select games.

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“It feels like a house,” Cecilia says, noting the built-in ironing board in the kitchen, one of many period details she enjoys.

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