internal

adjective9

1. •
   within something, not on its surface or outside it

   • We saw the internal compartments of the machine.
2. •
   Within the body.

   • Her bleeding was internal.
3. •
   Present or arising within an organism or one of its parts.
4. •
   Concerned with the domestic affairs of a nation, state or other political community.

   • The nation suffered from internal conflicts.
5. •
   Concerned with the non-public affairs of a company or other organisation.

   • An internal investigation was conducted.
6. •
   Experienced in one's mind; inner rather than expressed.
7. •
   Of the inner nature of a thing.
8. •
   Applied or intended for application through the stomach by being swallowed.
9. •
   (UK) Attending a university as well as taking its examinations.