Build in
verb
To include something as a part of something else, often during its construction.
The new house had built-in cupboards.
Often appears as...
- built-in wardrobe
- built-in cabinet
verb
To cause something to become fixed or unable to change.
Her attitude towards work is built in her character.
Often appears as...
- built-in bias
- built-in preference
Usage tips
Approving
verb
To construct something into the structure.
They have built the safe into the wall.
Often appears as...
- build safe in wall
- build oven in kitchen
Usage tips
Technical
verb
To include something as a part of something else, often during its construction.
The new house had built-in cupboards.
Often appears as...
- built-in wardrobe
- built-in cabinet
verb
To cause something to become fixed or unable to change.
Her attitude towards work is built in her character.
Often appears as...
- built-in bias
- built-in preference
Usage tips
Approving
verb
To construct something into the structure.
They have built the safe into the wall.
Often appears as...
- build safe in wall
- build oven in kitchen
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Part of Design
Think of 'build in' as designing something to have a specific feature from the start.
The apartment comes with a built-in dishwasher.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Added Later
'Build in' implies the item is not an afterthought or added separately, but an integral part from the beginning.
Our new kitchen will have a built-in oven.
Pro Tip 3/3Seamless Appearance
Built-in elements are often designed to blend with their surroundings for a seamless look.
I love how the built-in shelves match the wall color.
Pro Tip 1/3Part of Design
Think of 'build in' as designing something to have a specific feature from the start.
The apartment comes with a built-in dishwasher.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Added Later
'Build in' implies the item is not an afterthought or added separately, but an integral part from the beginning.
Our new kitchen will have a built-in oven.
Pro Tip 3/3Seamless Appearance
Built-in elements are often designed to blend with their surroundings for a seamless look.
I love how the built-in shelves match the wall color.
Pro Tip 1/3Part of Design
Think of 'build in' as designing something to have a specific feature from the start.
The apartment comes with a built-in dishwasher.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Added Later
'Build in' implies the item is not an afterthought or added separately, but an integral part from the beginning.
Our new kitchen will have a built-in oven.
Pro Tip 3/3Seamless Appearance
Built-in elements are often designed to blend with their surroundings for a seamless look.
I love how the built-in shelves match the wall color.
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