Dependent
Example: Ells són dependents dels seus pares per a l'habitatge.
Definition
"Dependent" refers to a person who relies on someone else, often a family member, for financial support, care, or housing. For example, dependents may include children or relatives who cannot fully support themselves and depend on others for their needs.
Etymology
The word "dependent" comes from the Latin 'dependens,' meaning 'hanging down' or 'relying on.' It evolved through Old French as 'dependent' before entering English, reflecting the idea of someone who 'hangs on' or relies on another for support.
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"Dependent" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (B1) - set 1", containing 119 commonly used words.
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