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self-contained
[self-kuhn-teynd, self-]
adjective
containing in oneself or itself all that is necessary; independent.
reserved or uncommunicative.
self-controlled or self-possessed.
(of a machine or mechanism) complete in itself.
self-contained
adjective
containing within itself all parts necessary for completeness
(of a flat) having its own kitchen, bathroom, and lavatory not shared by others and usually having its own entrance
able or tending to keep one's feelings, thoughts, etc, to oneself; reserved
able to control one's feelings or emotions in the presence of others
Other Word Forms
- self-containedly adverb
- self-containedness noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of self-contained1
Example Sentences
He added the council "recognises the impact" on families and has instead been placing families in self-contained housing.
The pair feel that there is more to explore, but Matt's twin brother Ross explains they always saw the original story as a self-contained arc and it's definitely "the end for these characters".
These biochemical reactions occur independently of the ocean above, showing that these microbes operate in a self-contained ecosystem.
Xi was self-contained, and said only what he had prepared.
The UK government have informed us that their accommodation will be self-contained, with all necessary services provided on site.
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