self-help

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The practice of bettering oneself without relying on the assistance of others.
  2. An act of redressing or preventing a wrong by one's own actions rather than through legal proceedings.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

self-help

Etymology

From self- + help.

Synonyms

Derived words

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