self-contained (Meaning)

Wordnet

self-contained (s)

constituting a complete and independent unit in and of itself

in full control of your faculties

Webster

self-contained (a.)

Having self-control; reserved; uncommunicative; wholly engrossed in one's self.

Having all the essential working parts connected by a bedplate or framework, or contained in a case, etc., so that mutual relations of the parts do not depend upon fastening outside of the machine itself.

FAQs About the word self-contained

constituting a complete and independent unit in and of itself, in full control of your facultiesHaving self-control; reserved; uncommunicative; wholly engrossed

separate, discrete,independent, detached, unattached, unconnected, private,single, individual, freestanding

connected, attached,joined, attached, joined, connected, linked,linked, adjoining,adjoining

The remote cabin was self-contained, equipped with everything necessary for sustenance and comfort.

The submarine embarked on a self-contained mission, relying solely on its own resources for survival.

The astronaut's spacesuit was a self-contained life support system, providing oxygen, temperature regulation, and protection.

The self-contained lifeboat launched from the ship, carrying passengers to safety in an emergency.