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self-contained

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self-contained
ˌself-conˈtained adjective
1. complete and not needing other things or help from somewhere else to work:
    a self-contained database package
2. someone who is self-contained does not seem to need other people or show their feelings
3. British English a self-contained apartment has its own kitchen and bathroom