Embedment is defined as the act of setting something permanently within something else. When you press a penny into wet concrete and it becomes firmly stuck inside the wet concrete, this is an example of embedment. noun.

What is embedment depth?

Effective (Design) Embedment Depth is the depth from the concrete surface to the bottom of the anchor clip. The de- signer MUST USE this depth to calculate the anchor shear and/or tension capacity per ACI 318.

Why does Embedded mean?

to surround tightly or firmly; envelop or enclose: Thick cotton padding embedded the precious vase in its box. to incorporate or contain as an essential part or characteristic: A love of color is embedded in all of her paintings.