definition of
dependency

[1] #1 dependency n. [dependence, dependance] the state of relying on or being controlled by someone or something else. wn

[2] #2 dependency n. [addiction, dependence, dependance, habituation] being abnormally tolerant to and dependent on something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming (especially alcohol or narcotic drugs). wn

[3] #3 dependency n. [colony] a geographical area politically controlled by a distant country. wn