dependency

IPA(Pronunciation)

/dɪˈpɛndənsi/

Noun

countable uncountable

A state of dependence; a refusal to exercise initiative. / Something dependent on, or subordinate to, something else: / A colony, or a territory subject to rule by an external power.

Japanese Meaning

依存状態；自らの判断や行動の自主性が欠如している状態 / 何かに依存している、または従属しているもの / 植民地、または外部の権力によって支配される地域

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Her dependency on the medication made it difficult for her to travel.

Google Translation / DeepL Translation

薬への依存状態のため、彼女は旅行することが困難だった。

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Sense（1）

A state of dependence; a refusal to exercise initiative.

Frank's sullen dependency was driving his father nuts.

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Sense（2）

Something dependent on, or subordinate to, something else:

In the United States' governmental structure, the military is conceived as a dependency under the executive branch.

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Sense（3）

A colony, or a territory subject to rule by an external power.

‘I have a little theory which you Messieurs who go out there must help me to prove. This is my share in the advantages my country shall reap from the possession of such a magnificent dependency.’

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