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Discover LudwigThe word 'built-in' is correct and commonly used in written English
It can be used as an adjective to describe something that is included as a permanent part of a larger item or structure. For example: - This closet has built-in shelves for storage. - The car has built-in GPS navigation. - The kitchen has built-in appliances such as a stove and dishwasher. - The bookshelf has built-in lighting for better visibility. In all of these examples, 'built-in' is used to describe something that is integrated or included within a larger item or structure.
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Built-in
adjective
Constructed as a non-detachable part of a larger structure
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Built-in L.E.D. nightlight.
Built-in bookshelves are found throughout.
Built-in HDTV tuner?
Built-in potential.
Built-in electrical field.
Built-in field.
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It was built in 1935.
The audience is built in".
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