Definition of "embedded"

embedded

/ɪmˈbɛdɪd/

verb
1. simple past and past participle of embed
adjective
comparative more embedded, superlative most embedded
1. Part of; firmly, or securely surrounded; lodged solidly into; deep-rooted.
  Quotations
  Near Maldonado I saw estuary shells of recent species embedded in clay, and raised above the level of a neighbouring fresh-water lake.
  1839-1843, Charles Darwin, The Zoology of the Voyage of H.M.S. Beagle
  That is, a program which will execute in an embedded target computer is developed on a host computer which offers extensive support facilities.
  1980, Stoneman requirements
2. Partially buried in concrete or planted in earth.

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