self-constructed
|self-con-struct-ed|
B2
/sɛlf-kənˈstrʌktɪd/
(self-construct)
built by oneself
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-constructed' originates from the combination of 'self' and 'construct,' where 'self' refers to one's own and 'construct' means to build or form.
Historical Evolution
'self-constructed' evolved from the concept of 'self' and 'construct' being used together to describe something built by oneself.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'built by oneself,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
built or created by oneself without external assistance.
The self-constructed model was impressive.
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