self-con·tained (s ĕlf ′k ən-t ānd )
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adj.1. Constituting a complete and independent unit in and of itself: A self-contained dictionary defines every word contained within it. 2. a. Not dependent on others; self-sufficient: a self-contained settlement in the Arctic. b. Keeping to oneself; reserved.
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