language-dependent
|lan-guage-de-pen-dent|
C1
/ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ dɪˈpɛndənt/
specific to a language
Etymology
Etymology Information
'language-dependent' originates from the combination of 'language' and 'dependent', where 'language' refers to a system of communication and 'dependent' means relying on something else.
Historical Evolution
The term 'language-dependent' evolved from the need to describe systems or processes that are specific to a particular language.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'relying on a language', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
referring to something that varies or is specific to a particular language.
The software is language-dependent, meaning it only works with English input.
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Last updated: 2025/02/28 19:49