self-assembled
|self-as-sem-bled|
/sɛlf əˈsɛmbəld/
(self-assemble)
autonomous formation
Etymology
'self-assembled' originates from the combination of 'self' and 'assemble', where 'self' refers to the individual or intrinsic nature, and 'assemble' means to bring together or construct.
'self-assemble' evolved from the concept of 'self-organization' in scientific literature, emphasizing autonomous formation.
Initially, it meant 'to put together by oneself', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'forming structures without external guidance'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
referring to a process where a structure or pattern forms without external guidance, often used in scientific contexts.
The self-assembled nanostructures were crucial for the experiment.
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Last updated: 2025/04/05 02:11