self

Definition

• n. your consciousness of your own identity
• n. a person considered as a unique individual
• adj. (used as a combining form) relating to--of or by or to or from or for--the self

Word forms

Plural

selves

Example sentences

1. n.

   Understanding yourself is the first step to personal growth.

2. vt.

   Farmers often self-pollinate their crops to ensure a good yield.

3. vi.

   Some plants can self, which helps them reproduce without other plants.

4. a.

   They wore self uniforms, which made them look like a team.