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The definition of self made is something that is made by oneself or someone who has become successful through his own efforts.

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An example of self made is a man who was born poor but who started his own business and made millions.

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See self-made in Webster's New World College Dictionary

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made by oneself or itself
successful, rich, etc. through one's own efforts: a self-made man
being or having become such primarily through one's own efforts: a self-made millionaire

See self-made in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective

Having achieved success or recognition by one's own efforts: a self-made millionaire.
Made by itself or oneself: a self-made pond.

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