Added 10 October 2026
self-regulating
adjective
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Able to control itself.
The motor was self-regulating, until the governor broke and it suddenly raced out of control.
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Of an organization, establishing standards for itself rather than having them legislated for it by government.
Lawyers are self-regulating through the bar association, which sets standards and imposes penalties.