Self-set

adj

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Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Of something that sets itself or is set by oneself. not-comparable
  2. 2
    Of plants, especially from seed, that germinate and grow without being planted or sown, and without any person's involvement. not-comparable

    "Uncontrolled self-set tree growth allowed by BR after the end of steam has created today's overhanging tree canopy, with the resulting adhesion problems to which RAIB attributes this collision."

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"Uncontrolled self-set tree growth allowed by BR after the end of steam has created today's overhanging tree canopy, with the resulting adhesion problems to which RAIB attributes this collision."

Etymology

From self- + set.

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