self-closing

English

Etymology

From self- +‎ closing

Pronunciation
  • (UK) IPA(key): /sɛlfˈkləʊzɪŋ/

Adjective

self-closing (not comparable)

  1. Closing automatically after having been opened.
    • 1964 August, “New all-metal CIE coaches”, in Modern Railways, page 109:
      Self-closing, spring-loaded, sliding doors are fitted to ensure that the coaches are draught-proof.

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