self-described
adjective/ˌself dɪˈskraɪbd/
/ˌself dɪˈskraɪbd/
[only before noun]- using particular words to describe yourself, although your description may not be true or accurate
- A self-described computer geek, he takes care of the internet side of the business.
- He's a self-described ‘nice guy’.
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