Meaning of the word embedded in English

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embedded

US /ɪmˈbed.ɪd/
UK /ɪmˈbed.ɪd/

Adjective

1.

(of an object) fixed firmly and deeply in a surrounding mass; implanted.

Example:
a gold ring with nine embedded stones
2.

(of a journalist) attached to a military unit during a conflict.

Example:
embedded journalists were scrutinized for their ability to report with independence
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