self-cleaning

adjective

self-clean·​ing ˌself-ˈklē-niŋ 

: capable of cleaning itself

a self-cleaning oven

Examples of self-cleaning in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Harken back to a time before self-cleaning ovens were even a thing. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2026

Flowers begin to open in May and are self-cleaning so plants will continue to bloom throughout the season with no deadheading. — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 29 Oct. 2026

Wax would accumulate more in human ears if not for two self-cleaning mechanisms. — David Hu, The Conversation, 27 Oct. 2026

Next, save 31% on the Roborock Qrevo 2 Pro Robot Vacuum and Mop, delivering powerful suction and a multifunctional self-cleaning dock. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 20 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1822, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for self-cleaning

• careening
• convening
• demeaning
• housecleaning
• machining
• unmeaning
• cleaning
• gleaning
• greening
• keening
• leaning
• meaning