dependant
Translation
dependant, charge
Examples
He has three dependants to support.
He has three dependants to support.
You can claim tax relief for each dependant.
You can claim tax relief for each dependant.
Grammar Patterns
((a dependant)) a person who is financially supported by another He has two dependants.
Similar Words
Synonyms: charge, ward
Etymology
From 'depend' + '-ant' (a person who). 'A person who depends on another'. This spelling for the noun is common in British English.
Memory Tips
A 'dependant' is a person, like a child, who depends on you for financial support. The '-ant' ending often refers to a person.