self-help
noun
\ ˈself-ˈhelp
; Southern also ˈhep\
; Southern also ˈhep\
Definition of self-help
: the action or process of bettering oneself or overcoming one's problems without the aid of others
especially
: the coping with one's personal or emotional problems without professional help
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self-help
noun
English Language Learners Definition of self-help
: the action or process of doing things to improve yourself or to solve your problems without the help of others
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self-help
noun
\ ˈself-ˈhelp\
Legal Definition of self-help
: the act of redressing or preventing a wrong by one's own actions rather than through legal proceedings
Note: The Uniform Commercial Code permits creditors to repossess collateral by self-help if it can be done without a breach of the peace.