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weather-dependent

|weath-er-de-pend-ent|

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/ˈwɛðər dɪˈpɛndənt/

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/ˈwɛðə dɪˈpɛndənt/

reliant on weather

Etymology
Etymology Information

'dependent' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'dependere,' where 'de-' meant 'from' and 'pendere' meant 'to hang.'

Historical Evolution

'dependent' changed from the Old French word 'dependant' and eventually became the modern English word 'dependent'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to hang from something,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relying on something.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

relying on or influenced by the weather conditions.

The success of the outdoor event was weather-dependent.

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Last updated: 2025/02/17 22:29