noun
dependant
dih-PEHN-duhnt
noun
1
A person, such as a child or relative, who relies on someone else financially.
"He listed his two children as dependants on his tax return."
How to Use Dependant
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who depends on another person, usually for money or support.
UK vs US
In British English, "dependant" (noun, a person) is kept distinct from "dependent" (adjective); American English typically uses "dependent" for both.
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Word Forms
dependants plural
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He listed his two children as _____ on his tax return.