autonomous
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/ɔːˈtɑːnəməs/
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/ɔːˈtɒnəməs/
adjective
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able to govern itself
The autonomous region makes its own laws.
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able to act independently
Children become autonomous thinkers as they grow.
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able to operate without human control
The autonomous car drives itself safely.
translation
able to govern itself; able to act independently; able to operate without human control