Self-contained
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈsɛlf.kənˌteɪnd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Self-contained is an adjective meaning Not requiring external or additional support; complete in itself.
Meaning
Not requiring external or additional support; complete in itself.
More Meanings
- (idiomatic) Of a person, wrapped up in oneself; reserved.
- simple past and past participle of self-contain
Example Sentences
a self-contained apartment
Self-contained underwater breathing apparatus
The software is self-contained, and doesn't interface with anything except the user.
Whereas the history of the London Underground is generally very fiddly, the history of the Waterloo & City is blessedly self-contained and simple.
Synonyms for self-contained
Depending on context, synonyms include composed, poised, complete, equanimous, collected, self-possessed.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include poised, equanimous, composed, self-possessed, complete, collected.
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