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Random House Webster's College Dictionary

1. (n.) self-possession
the quality of being self-possessed.

Etymology: (1735–45)

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Princeton's WordNet

1. (noun) self-control, self-possession, possession, willpower, will power, self-command, self-will
the trait of resolutely controlling your own behavior

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Webster Dictionary

1. (noun) self-possession
the possession of one's powers; calmness; self-command; presence of mind; composure

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