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Definition self-contained in British English

self-contained adjective

adjective
/ˌself kənˈteɪnd/
1

complete and able to work without the help of anything else

Example

The device is self-contained, with an internal battery.

Synonyms and related words
thorough total pure
2

not needing the help or friendship of other people

Synonyms and related words
solitary retiring withdrawn
3

a self-contained flat has its own bathroom and kitchen, so that you do not need to share any rooms with people who live in other flats

Synonyms and related words
appointed baronial beachfront
Definition self-contained in British English