self-regulating
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/ˌsɛlfˈrɛɡjəˌleɪtɪŋ/
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/ˌsɛlfˈrɛɡjʊˌleɪtɪŋ/
(self-regulate)
self-control
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-regulating' originates from the combination of 'self' and 'regulate', where 'self' refers to one's own and 'regulate' means to control or maintain.
Historical Evolution
'self-regulate' evolved from the Latin word 'regulare', meaning 'to control or direct', combined with 'self' to indicate personal or internal control.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to control oneself', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of controlling or regulating itself without external intervention.
The self-regulating thermostat adjusts the temperature automatically.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40