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inbuilt

 

[ ˈɪnˌbɪlt ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

software development

Existing as an essential or permanent part of a structure, system, or device.

Synonyms

built-in, embedded, integrated

Examples of usage

  • Inbuilt security features help protect the system from external threats.
  • The inbuilt camera on the smartphone allows users to take high-quality photos.
  • The inbuilt microphone in the laptop enables video calls without additional equipment.
Context #2 | Adjective

general

Inherent; existing as a natural or inseparable part of something.

Synonyms

innate, intrinsic, natural

Examples of usage

  • Her inbuilt sense of empathy makes her a great counselor.
  • The inbuilt desire for survival is a basic instinct in all living organisms.

Translations

Translations of the word "inbuilt" in other languages:

🇵🇹 embutido

🇮🇳 अंतर्निर्मित

🇩🇪 eingebaut

🇮🇩 bawaan

🇺🇦 вбудований

🇵🇱 wbudowany

🇯🇵 組み込みの

🇫🇷 intégré

🇪🇸 incorporado

🇹🇷 gömülü

🇰🇷 내장된

🇸🇦 مضمن

🇨🇿 vestavěný

🇸🇰 vstavaný

🇨🇳 内置

🇸🇮 vgrajen

🇮🇸 innbyggður

🇰🇿 құрастырылған

🇬🇪 ჩაშენებული

🇦🇿 daxil edilmiş

🇲🇽 incorporado

Etymology

The word 'inbuilt' originated from the combination of the prefix 'in-' meaning 'into' or 'within' and the past participle of the verb 'build'. It first appeared in the mid-19th century, evolving to describe something that is an integral part of a system or structure. Over time, 'inbuilt' has become commonly used in various contexts, especially in software development and engineering.

See also: build, builder, builders, building, buildup, built, rebuild, rebuilder, rebuilding, unbuilt.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,529 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.