credit-independent
|cred-it-in-de-pend-ent|
/ˈkrɛdɪt ˌɪndɪˈpɛndənt/
self-reliant without credit
Etymology
The term 'credit-independent' is a modern English compound word formed by combining 'credit' and 'independent'.
The word 'credit' comes from the Latin 'creditum', meaning 'a loan', while 'independent' originates from the Latin 'independens', meaning 'not dependent'.
Initially, 'credit' referred to trust in financial transactions, while 'independent' meant self-reliant. Together, they describe a state of not relying on credit.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not reliant on credit or creditworthiness for functioning or operation.
The company operates on a credit-independent model, ensuring stability during financial downturns.
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Last updated: 2025/03/09 13:39