self-contained
adjectiveUK /ˌself kənˈteɪnd/
US /ˌself kənˈteɪnd/
Something self-contained has everything it needs inside itself and does not need help from outside.
The little camper is self-contained, with its own kitchen and bathroom.
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2. Showing calm control over your feelings and not needing other people's attention.
She stayed self-contained and quiet during the whole meeting.
3. A machine or unit that has all its parts built in and works on its own.
This self-contained air conditioner needs no extra pipes.
4. A story or work that can be understood without reading or watching anything else first.
Each episode is self-contained, so you can start anywhere.
5. Kept apart from other things or people.
The school has a self-contained classroom for the youngest children.