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Term: Dependent

Part of speech: Adjective, Noun

Definition:

1. Adjective:
   • Relying on or influenced by someone or something else; requiring support or assistance.
   • (Grammar) Modifying another word or phrase in a sentence.
2. Noun:
   • A person who relies on another, especially a family member, for financial support.

Sample sentences:

1. As an adjective:
   • The young child is completely dependent on their parents for daily care and sustenance.
   • In sentence structure, the noun phrase functions as a dependent clause.
2. As a noun:
   • Due to financial struggles, Jessica had to move back in with her parents and become their dependent.

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