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self-contained

self-con·tained

self-contained

 
pronunciation:
self kn teInd
features:
Word Combinations (adjective)
part of speech: adjective
definition 1: having within oneself or within itself all of the qualities, characteristics, or elements that are necessary to survive or function successfully.
definition 2: keeping one's thoughts and emotions to oneself; reserved; quiet.
definition 3: having or showing self-control.
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derivations: self-containedly (adv.), self-containedness (n.)