self-deploying unit
nounUK /ˌself dɪˈplɔɪɪŋ ˈjuːnɪt/
US /ˌself dɪˈplɔɪɪŋ ˈjuːnɪt/
A thing that can move itself into place without a person helping it.
The self-deploying unit rolled out of the truck and set itself up on the grass.
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2. A military group that can move to where it is needed on its own.
The self-deploying unit reached the base before the rest of the convoy.
3. A software part that installs and starts itself automatically.
The self-deploying unit updated the app without anyone clicking a button.
4. A space or field device that unfolds and begins working by itself.
The self-deploying unit opened its solar panels right after landing.