self-finishing
adjectiveUK /ˌselfˈfɪnɪʃɪŋ/
US /ˌselfˈfɪnɪʃɪŋ/
Something self-finishing finishes on its own without help.
The paint is self-finishing, so it dries shiny without any extra work.
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2. A material or surface that needs no extra treatment to look finished.
This self-finishing wood keeps its smooth shine for years.
3. A task or process that ends by itself without someone stepping in.
The self-finishing timer turned off the oven when the cake was done.
4. A person who completes things without needing to be reminded.
She is a self-finishing worker who always meets her deadlines.
5. In sewing, a fabric edge that neatens itself without hemming.
The self-finishing seam stayed tidy even after many washes.