\ ˈbilt-ˈin 
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\Definition of built-in
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a : forming an integral part of a structure or object
a camera with a built-in flash especially : constructed as or in a recess in a wall a built-in bookshelf
b : built into the ground
a built-in swimming pool
2a : inherent a built-in advantage
b : already established
her best-seller status gave her a built-in audience
built-in
noun\ ˈbilt-ˌin \
\Definition of built-in (Entry 2 of 2)
: a built-in piece of furniture
Synonyms & Antonyms for built-in
Synonyms: Adjective
- constitutional,
- constitutive,
- essential,
- hardwired,
- immanent,
- inborn,
- inbred,
- indigenous,
- ingrain,
- ingrained
- (also engrained),
- inherent,
- innate,
- integral,
- intrinsic,
- native,
- natural
Antonyms: Adjective
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built-in
adjectiveEnglish Language Learners Definition of built-in
: included as a part of something
: forming a natural part of someone or something
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built-in
adjective\ ˈbil-ˈtin \
Kids Definition of built-in
: forming a permanent part of a structure
built-in bookcases
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The first known use of built-in was in 1898
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