intrinsic
IPA: ɪntrˈɪnsɪk
noun
- (computing, programming) A built-in function that is implemented directly by the compiler, without any intermediate call to a library.
- (video games) An ability possessed by a character and not requiring any external equipment.
adjective
- Innate, inherent, inseparable from the thing itself, essential.
- (anatomy, of a body part) Situated, produced, secreted in, or coming from inside an organ, tissue, muscle or member.
- (programming, of a function or operator) Built-in.
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Examples of "intrinsic" in Sentences
- Maybe that should be regarded as a clue to the main intrinsic purpose of the institution.
- This population is already prone to deficiency in intrinsic factor, necessary for B12 absorption.
- This is only the old fallacy of Reason and Passion in intrinsic opposition rearing its ugly head again.
- I think for someone sensitive who truly believes in intrinsic goodness would pretty much have had to kill themselves after WWII.
- There are a few things about Silicon Valley that remain intrinsic to the area and IMHO cannot be carried over to another region of the world.
- It's typically easier to establish the market value for an urban property in places like Manhattan, where other high-end homes are for sale and the location itself is expected to provide long-term intrinsic value.
- Seneca said in an SEC filing that the deal doesn ' t capture the long-term intrinsic value of Dynegy ' s business, which we believe is very well positioned to capture the benefits of a recovery in electricity prices.
- It said last week that the Blackstone offer does not capture the long-term intrinsic value of Dynegy ' s business, which we believe is very well positioned to capture the benefits of a recovery in electricity prices.
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