redundancy
rih-DUHNDN-see
Redundancy (noun) means the state of a job or worker no longer being needed, or the dismissal that results. Example: “She was offered a redundancy package after the factory closed.”
noun
1
The state of a job or worker no longer being needed, or the dismissal that results.
"She was offered a redundancy package after the factory closed."
2
Unnecessary repetition, or a duplicated part included for backup.
"The report was full of redundancy, repeating the same points in every section."
"The server has built-in redundancy in case one unit fails."
How to use redundancy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither being laid off from a job, or having something repeated/duplicated unnecessarily (or, in engineering, as a safety backup).
UK vs US
"Redundancy" for job loss is the standard British term; American English typically says "layoff" instead.
Common pairings
made redundant
compulsory redundancy
system redundancy
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Word forms
- Plural
- redundancies
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Etymology
From redundant plus the suffix -cy.
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What does “redundancy” mean?
The word “redundancy” means the state of a job or worker no longer being needed, or the dismissal that results. In plain terms, either being laid off from a job, or having something repeated/duplicated unnecessarily (or, in engineering, as a safety backup).
How do you pronounce “redundancy”?
“Redundancy” is pronounced rih-DUHNDN-see (/ɹɪˈdʌndən(t)si/ in IPA).
How do you use “redundancy” in a sentence?
Here is “redundancy” used in a sentence: “She was offered a redundancy package after the factory closed.”
What is another word for “redundancy”?
Words with a similar meaning to “redundancy” include backup and retirement.
What is the opposite of “redundancy”?
The opposite of “redundancy” — its antonyms — are non-redundancy, employment and hiring.
What part of speech is “redundancy”?
“Redundancy” is a noun.
Is “redundancy” a common word?
“Redundancy” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.
How many meanings does “redundancy” have?
“Redundancy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the state of a job or worker no longer being needed, or the dismissal that results.
