built-in meaning

Definition of built-in

1. existing as an essential constituent or characteristic
   • the Ptolemaic system with its built-in concept of periodicity
   • a constitutional inability to tell the truth

   Synonyms: constitutional, inbuilt, inherent, integral

   Similar: intrinsic

built-in in a sentence

• The kitchen island has a built-in sink for convenience.
• You should install a faucet with a built-in filter.
• Does the bedroom have a wardrobe, or built-in cupboards?
• The typical laptop keyboard has a bunch of built-in function keys.
• Matthew had a tent with a built-in rainfly to protect him from the rain.

How to pronounce built-in

built-in is pronounced /ˈbɪltɪn/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.