dependent
or de·pend·ant
[ dih-pen-duh nt ]
/ dɪˈpɛn dənt /
adjective
noun
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Origin of dependent
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dependent
sometimes US dependant
/ (dɪˈpɛndənt) /
adjective
noun
grammar an element in a phrase or clause that is not the governor
a variant spelling (esp US) of dependant
confusable
Avoid confusion with dependant
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dependent
15c., variant spelling of dependant, now mostly restricted to adjectival use; see -ance. Dependent variable in mathematics is recorded from 1852.
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dependent
[ dĭ-pĕn′dənt ]
adj.
Contingent on or subordinate to another.
Relying on or requiring the aid of another for support.
Hanging down.
n.
One who relies on another especially for financial support.
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