online-reliant
|on-line-re-li-ant|
B2
/ˈɒnˌlaɪn rɪˈlaɪənt/
(reliant)
dependent trust
Etymology
Etymology Information
'reliant' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'relier,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'lier' meant 'to bind.'
Historical Evolution
'relier' transformed into the English word 'rely,' and eventually became the modern English word 'reliant.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to bind again,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'dependent on something.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
heavily dependent on the internet or online services for functioning or success.
The company is online-reliant for its sales and customer service.
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Last updated: 2025/03/07 09:02