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dependant

/dɪˈpɛndənt/

Meanings
  • noun

    A person who relies on another for support, guidance, or protection.

    - "John's dependant mother requires constant care."
    - "The company offers financial assistance to its dependants."

Antonyms

independent
Rhymes
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independent , reliant , sustainment
Variants
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dependant , dependants , dependent , dependents
Etymology
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Derived from the Latin word 'dependere,' meaning 'to hang,' indicating a state of being suspended or reliant.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'dependant' is often used in the context of employment benefits, where dependants are individuals who are financially supported by an employee.

  2. In some legal contexts, a dependant is a person who is financially or emotionally reliant on another person.


Related Concepts
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  1. reliance: The state of depending on someone or something for support, guidance, or protection.

  2. independence: The state of not being dependent on others for support, guidance, or protection.


Culture
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In literature, dependants are often portrayed as individuals who rely heavily on others for various reasons, such as age, illness, or financial need. In art, images of dependants may depict vulnerable or submissive figures.

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