self-explanatory
|self-ex-plan-a-to-ry|
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/ˌsɛlf ɪkˈsplænəˌtɔri/
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/ˌsɛlf ɪkˈsplænətəri/
clear without explanation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-explanatory' originates from the combination of 'self' and 'explanatory', where 'self' refers to the individual or itself, and 'explanatory' means serving to explain.
Historical Evolution
'self-explanatory' evolved from the combination of 'self' and 'explanatory' in English, maintaining its meaning over time.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'requiring no further explanation', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42