Built-in


built so as to be an integral and permanent part of a larger construction:
The wall has a built-in bookcase.
existing as a natural or characteristic part of something; inherent:
a built-in contempt for daydreaming.
a built-in piece of furniture or appliance.
an additional feature or capability, as of a machine or a service:
a car with power steering, power brakes, and other built-ins.
Contemporary Examples

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Historical Examples

Our Legal Heritage, 5th Ed. S. A. Reilly
Accidental Death Peter Baily
Three Times and Out Nellie L. McClung
Free Air Sinclair Lewis
The Library of Work and Play: Mechanics, Indoors and Out Fred T. Hodgson

adjective
made or incorporated as an integral part: a built-in cupboard, a built-in escape clause
essential; inherent
noun
(Austral) a built-in cupboard or wardrobe

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