self-operated
|self/op/er/at/ed|
B2
/sɛlf ˈɒpəˌreɪtɪd/
(self-operate)
independent operation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-operated' originates from the combination of 'self' and 'operate', where 'self' refers to 'oneself' and 'operate' means 'to control or manage'.
Historical Evolution
'self-operated' evolved from the concept of machines or systems that can function independently without human intervention.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'operated by oneself', but over time it evolved to include machines and systems that function autonomously.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
operated by oneself without external assistance.
The self-operated machine requires no human intervention.
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Last updated: 2025/03/18 15:16