dependence

dependence is a Noun

Definition:

[1] The act or state of depending; state of being dependent; a hanging down or from; suspension from a support.

[2] The state of being influenced and determined by something; subjection (as of an effect to its cause). The cause of effects, and the dependence of one thing upon another. Bp. Burnet.

[3] Mutu So dark adependence or order. Sir T. More.

[4] Subjection to the direction or disposal of another; inability to help or provide for one`s self. Reduced to a servile dependence on their mercy. Burke.

[5] A resting with confidence; reliance; trust. Affectionate dependence on the Creator is the spiritual life of the soul. T. Erskine.

[6] That on which one depends or relies; as, he was her sole dependence.

[7] That which depends; anything dependent or suspended; anything attached a subordinate to, or contingent on, something else. Like a large cluster of black grapes they show And make a large dependence from the bough. Dryden.

[8] A matter depending, or in suspense, and still to be determined; ground of controversy or quarrel. [Obs.] To go on now with my first dependence. Beau. & Fl.