SINCE 1828
self-propelled
adjective
self-pro·pelled
| \ ˌself-prə-ˈpeld
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Definition of self-propelled
1
: containing within itself the means for its own propulsion
a self-propelled vehicle
2
: mounted on or fired from a moving vehicle
a self-propelled gun
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self-propelled
adjective
English Language Learners Definition of self-propelled
: able to move itself by means of a motor
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self-propelled
adjective
self-pro·pelled
| \ ˌself-prə-ˈpeld\
Kids Definition of self-propelled
: containing within itself the means for its own movement
a self-propelled lawn mower
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