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build into

B2 neutral inseparable transitive
In simple words

To put something inside another thing and make it a permanent part of it.

Literal meaning: To physically construct something so that it sits within another thing.

Meanings

1 B1 neutral

To physically construct something as a permanent part of a larger structure.

"The architect built extra storage space into the walls of the apartment."

Grammar: inseparable
2 B2 neutral

To include something as a fundamental component of a plan, agreement, or system.

"The right to appeal was built into the new regulations from the beginning."

Grammar: inseparable
3 B2 neutral

To gradually develop something into a much larger or more successful thing.

"She built her small online shop into a nationally recognized brand over five years."

Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes

The object of 'into' is always the larger structure. Very common in business, design, and construction contexts. The passive form ('was built into') is frequent.

Commonly used with

contract system design schedule product law

Forms

Base
build into
I/you/we/they
3rd person
builds into
he/she/it
Past simple
built into
yesterday
Past participle
built into
have + pp
-ing form
building into
continuous

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