1
a
: 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
2
a
: inherent
a built-in advantage
b
: already established
her best-seller status gave her a built-in audience
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Adjective
a poker player with a seemingly built-in ability to read his opponents' faces
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Adjective
There are built-in cooling fans as well as heat dissipation vents to keep everything cool to ensure stable performance even during long and intensive work sessions.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
The larger one even has built-in adjustable shelving to create vertical storage.
—Shea Simmons, People.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Still, the monitor works well and is another affordable option with no Wi-Fi.
Maxi-Cosi See Pro 360 for $300: This monitor has built-in AI called CryAssist that can analyze and identify a baby's cries for you.
—Nena Farrell, Wired News, 9 Sep. 2025
AirPods Pro 3 also has a heart-rate sensor built-in.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 9 Sep. 2025
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“Built-in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/built-in. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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