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Dependant
see synonyms of dependantNoun
1. dependant, dependent
a person who relies on another person for support (especially financial support)
Adjective
WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.
Dependant
see synonyms of dependantnoun
a person who depends on another person, organization, etc, for support, aid, or sustenance, esp financial support
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Dependant
see synonyms of dependantadj.
1. Determined, influenced, or controlled by something else.
2. Grammar Subordinate to another clause, phrase, or word.
3. Relying on or requiring the aid or support of another: adult children who are still dependent on their parents.
4. Needing to continue use of a drug or other substance or engagement in a specific activity in order to avoid experiencing withdrawal symptoms: dependent on alcohol.
5. Archaic Hanging down.
n.
also de·pen·dant One who relies on another, especially for financial support.
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