Meaning of the word embed in English

What does embed mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

embed

US /ɪmˈbed/

UK /ɪmˈbed/

fix (an object) firmly and deeply in a surrounding mass

Example:

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He had a piece of glass embedded in his hand.

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The fossil was embedded in rock.

Synonym:

implant insert lodge fix set

include (an object or data) within another object or data structure

Example:

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You can embed a video directly into your website.

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The software allows you to embed images into documents.

Synonym:

integrate incorporate insert include

send (a journalist or photographer) to an area of conflict with a military unit

Example:

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Journalists were embedded with the troops during the war.

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The reporter was embedded with the special forces unit.

Synonym:

attach assign station post

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