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self-insure

[ self-in-shoor, self- ]

verb (used with object)

, self-in·sured, self-in·sur·ing.
  1. to subject (one's property or interests) to self-insurance.


verb (used without object)

, self-in·sured, self-in·sur·ing.
  1. to insure with self-insurance.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of self-insure1

First recorded in 1930–35

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Example Sentences

It's why high deductibles are a good idea--for small expenses, it's better to self insure.

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