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Intrinsic

/ɪn.ˈtɹɪn.zɪk/

A built-in function that is implemented directly by the compiler, without any intermediate call to a library.

📖 Definitions of "Intrinsic"

noun
  1. 1

    A built-in function that is implemented directly by the compiler, without any intermediate call to a library.

  2. 2

    An ability possessed by a character and not requiring any external equipment.

    "You can acquire the fire-resistance intrinsic by eating dragon meat."

adjective
  1. 1

    Innate, inherent, inseparable from the thing itself, essential.

    "the intrinsic merit of an action"

  2. 2

    (of a body part) Situated, produced, secreted in, or coming from inside an organ, tissue, muscle or member.

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