self-contained program

noun
UK /ˌself kənˈteɪnd ˈprəʊɡræm/
US /ˌself kənˈteɪnd ˈproʊɡræm/

A self-contained program is a computer program that has everything it needs to work all by itself.

The teacher gave us a self-contained program that runs without installing anything else.

SYNONYMS

standalone programindependent programself-sufficient programbundled program

RELATED WORDS

executablesoftware packageapplicationruntime

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A program that does not rely on other programs or outside files to run.

This self-contained program includes all its libraries, so it works on any computer.

3. A complete unit of study or activity that needs nothing extra.

The camp offers a self-contained program with meals, lessons, and games all included.

4. A broadcast or show that is complete in itself and does not need other episodes.

Each episode is a self-contained program with a beginning and an ending.