self-operating process
nounUK /ˌself ˈɒpəreɪtɪŋ ˈprəʊses/
US /ˌself ˈɑːpəreɪtɪŋ ˈprɑːses/
A self-operating process is something that works all by itself without a person making it go.
The washing machine runs a self-operating process, so it cleans the clothes without any help.
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2. A set of steps in a computer that starts and finishes on its own.
The computer's backup is a self-operating process that saves files every night.
3. A natural change that happens without anyone controlling it.
The water cycle is a self-operating process in nature.
4. A factory job done by machines instead of people.
Building the toy cars is a self-operating process on the assembly line.