selfless

adjective self·less \ˈsel-fləs\

: having or showing great concern for other people and little or no concern for yourself

Full Definition of SELFLESS

: having no concern for self : unselfish

— self·less·ly adverb

— self·less·ness noun

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SELFLESS Defined for Kids

adjective self·less \ˈsel-fləs\

: showing great concern for and willingness to give unselfishly to others

— self·less·ly adverb

— self·less·ness noun

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