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Meaning of self-ending in English:

self-ending

Pronunciation /ˌsɛlfˈɛndɪŋ/

adjective

rare

  • Having private or selfish aims; characterized by self-centred actions or desires.

Origin

Late 17th century; earliest use found in John Norris (1657–1712), Church of England clergyman and philosopher. From self-end + -ing, after self-ended.