Meaning of implicit in(p) in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    implicit in(p)

    Definitions

    1. in the nature of something though not readily apparent

    Examples

    • « shortcomings inherent in our approach »
    • « an underlying meaning »

    Synonyms

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