Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
self-propagating
Adjective
/sɛlfˌprɒpəˈɡeɪtɪŋ/
Definition
Capable of reproducing or spreading itself without the need for external assistance.
Examples
- The self-propagating virus can infect other computers without human intervention.
- Some plants are self-propagating, allowing them to flourish in their environment.
- The concept of self-propagating ideas is important in the study of memes.
Meaning
Self-propagating refers to organisms, technologies, or systems that can replicate themselves or spread autonomously, often leading to exponential growth or distribution of that entity.
Synonyms
- Autonomous
- Self-reproducing
- Self-replicating
