embed /ɪmˈbɛd/ CET6 TEM8 ( embedding, embedded, embeds )

• 1. 

  V-T If an object embeds itself in a substance or thing, it becomes fixed there firmly and deeply. 嵌入

  例：

  One of the bullets passed through Andrea's chest before embedding itself in a wall.

  其中一颗子弹穿过安德烈亚的胸膛然后嵌入一面墙中。

• 2. 

  embedded ADJ 嵌入的

  例：

  The fossils at Dinosaur Cove are embedded in hard sandstone.

  恐龙湾中的化石嵌在坚硬的砂岩中。

• 3. 

  V-T If something such as an attitude or feeling is embedded in a society or system, or in someone's personality, it becomes a permanent and noticeable feature of it. 使根深蒂固 [usu passive]

  例：

  This agreement will be embedded in a state treaty to be signed soon.

  这项协议将被纳入到一份即将被签署的国家条约中。

• 4. 

  embedded ADJ 根深蒂固的

  例：

  I think that hatred of the other is deeply embedded in our society.

  我觉得对异己的憎恨在我们的社会中根深蒂固。