dependents

[US]/[dɪˈpendənts]/
[UK]/[dɪˈpendənts]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.People who rely on someone else for financial support.; A person who is supported by another.
n. (plural)The people who are financially supported by a company or organization.

Phrases & Collocations

supporting dependents

financial dependents

list dependents

add dependents

dependent children

claim dependents

include dependents

dependent spouse

cover dependents

eligible dependents

Example Sentences

the company provides excellent benefits for its employees and their dependents.

he is responsible for the financial well-being of his dependents.

the insurance policy covers medical expenses for the employee and their dependents.

many families struggle to provide for their dependents in today's economy.

the census collects data on household size and the number of dependents.

he felt a strong obligation to support his aging parents and other dependents.

the social security system provides support for vulnerable dependents.

she carefully planned her budget to accommodate her numerous dependents.

the government offers tax breaks for families with dependents.

he worried about the future security of his young dependents.

the family's primary focus was on the education and welfare of their dependents.

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