dependency

Definition

• n. the state of relying on or being controlled by someone or something else
• n. being abnormally tolerant to and dependent on something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming (especially alcohol or narcotic drugs)
• n. a geographical area politically controlled by a distant country

Word forms

Plural

dependencies

Example sentences

1. n.

   The small island became a dependency of the larger nation after the treaty was signed.

2. n.

   The doctor explained that the dependency on painkillers can lead to serious health issues.