adjective

embedded

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adjective

Fixed firmly and deeply into a surrounding mass or structure.

"A tiny shard of glass was embedded in his hand."

"The tradition is deeply embedded in local culture."

Built into a larger system, especially describing a computer component or software built into a device.

"The car runs on embedded software that controls the engine."

How to Use Embedded

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishFixed solidly inside something else, whether that's a physical object, a culture, or a piece of technology.

Common pairings

deeply embedded embedded system embedded in the code

more embedded comparative, most embedded superlative

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A tiny shard of glass was _____ in his hand.

wedded bedded shredded