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Definition of dependency noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

dependency

noun
 
/dɪˈpendənsi/
 
/dɪˈpendənsi/
(plural dependencies)
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  1. [uncountable] dependency (on/upon somebody/something) the state of relying on somebody/something for something, especially in a way you do not consider right or necessary
    • financial dependency
    • Their aim is to reduce people's dependency on the welfare state.
    compare codependency
  2. [countable] a country, an area, etc. that is controlled by another country
    • The Orkney Islands were formerly dependencies of Norway and Denmark.
    see also Crown Dependency
  3. (also dependence)
     the state of being addicted to something (= unable to stop taking or using it)
    • alcohol dependency
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