self-propelled

/ˌˈsɛlf prəˌpɛld/

Definitions of self-propelled
  1. adjective
    containing within itself the means of propulsion or movement
    “a self-propelled vehicle”
    synonyms: automotive, self-propelling
    moving
    in motion
  2. adjective
    moved forward by its own force or momentum
    “a self-propelled egotist”
    “the arms program is now self-propelled”
    synonyms: self-propelling
    dynamic, dynamical
    characterized by action or forcefulness or force of personality
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