dependency
/dɪˈpɛndənsi/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: dependencies
Sense 1
Meaning · English
A state of dependence; a refusal to exercise initiative.
Noun
Examples
Frank's sullen dependency was driving his father nuts.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Something dependent on, or subordinate to, something else
Noun
Examples
In the United States' governmental structure, the military is conceived as a dependency under the executive branch.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “dependency” mean?
A state of dependence; a refusal to exercise initiative.
Is “dependency” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.