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Self-sufficient
/sˈɛlfsəfˈɪʃənt/
/ˌsɛɫfsəˈfɪʃənt/, /ˌsɛɫfsəˈfɪʃɪnt/self-sufficient
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capable of providing everything that one needs, particularly food, without any help from others
self-sufficient
adj
Example
After years of practice, the farm became self-sufficient, growing enough food and resources to sustain itself year-round.
The program encourages students to become self-sufficient by developing practical skills for independent living.
Learning basic cooking skills can help people become more self-sufficient and less reliant on takeout.
Moving to a rural area taught her how to be self-sufficient, from growing her own vegetables to fixing minor household repairs.
The small village aimed to be self-sufficient by generating its own electricity through solar panels.
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