*adj*; the tendency of some systems to return to normal conditions after a disruption. For example, a spinning gyroscope will return to its original inclination if you push it away. The term is usually applied to theories about how the economy works.
Economists traditionally describe market economies as self-correcting. However, when depressions or recessions strike, they are usually obligated to help the process along.
by Abu Yahya March 23, 2009
the process of immediately correcting one’s own social network post after auto-correct on the mobile device screws up the original meaning.
Steve: Good game. Props to Catherine for honoring her world.
a couple of seconds later...
Steve: Self-correctation: word
a couple of seconds later...
Steve: Self-correctation: word
by CatherineAF October 7, 2011