self contained
/ˌsɛlf kənˈteɪnd/
adjective
- Having everything needed inside itself; not depending on outside help or resources.
- The spacecraft is a self-contained unit with its own power and air supply.
- The apartment has a self-contained kitchen and bathroom.
- The village was self-contained, with its own school, store, and clinic.
- Not needing or wanting to share feelings or thoughts with others; reserved.
- The child was very self-contained and played alone for hours.
- He was a quiet, self-contained man who rarely talked about his personal life.
- She seemed self-contained, never asking for help or advice.