internal

/ɪnˈtɜrnəl/
adjective
  1. Located inside something; relating to the inside of a thing or body.
    • He suffered internal injuries from the car accident.
    • The internal organs include the heart, lungs, and stomach.
    • The computer's internal hard drive stores all the data.
  2. Relating to the inner workings or affairs of an organization, country, or system.
    • The company is conducting an internal investigation into the missing funds.
    • The country focused on solving its internal problems before looking abroad.
    • Internal policies determine how employees are promoted.
  3. Existing in the mind; not expressed outwardly.
    • She kept her internal thoughts to herself during the meeting.
    • Internal feelings of anxiety can be hard to explain to others.
    • He struggled with internal doubts about his decision.
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