Meaning of the word built-in in English

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built-in

US /ˌbɪltˈɪn/
UK /ˌbɪltˈɪn/
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Adjective

1.

included as part of something and not separate from it

Example:
The new car has a built-in navigation system.
The apartment comes with built-in wardrobes.
2.

existing as a natural or essential part of something

Example:
There's a built-in risk in any investment.
The system has built-in safeguards against errors.
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