Embedded
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪmˈbɛdɪd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Embedded is an adjective meaning Part of; firmly, or securely surrounded; lodged solidly into; deep-rooted.
Meaning
Part of; firmly, or securely surrounded; lodged solidly into; deep-rooted.
More Meanings
- Partially buried in concrete or planted in earth.
- simple past and past participle of embed
- (algebra, of an associated prime of a module) Not minimal with respect to inclusion (among associated primes), i.e. having a proper sub-ideal which is an associated prime.
Example Sentences
Near Maldonado I saw estuary shells of recent species embedded in clay, and raised above the level of a neighbouring fresh-water lake.
That is, a program which will execute in an embedded target computer is developed on a host computer which offers extensive support facilities.
Synonyms for embedded
Depending on context, synonyms include inbuilt, enclosed, integrated.
Antonyms for embedded
Common opposites include isolated.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include integrated, enclosed, established, composed, disposed, comprehensive.
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