单词 | independent |
释义 | independent adj. & n. --adj   1. a (often foll. by of) not depending on authority or control. b self-governing.   2. a not depending on another person for one's opinion or livelihood. b (of income or resources) making it unnecessary to earn one's living.   3. unwilling to be under an obligation to others.   4. Polit. not belonging to or supported by a party.   5. not depending on something else for its validity, efficiency, value, etc. (independent proof).   6. (of broadcasting, a school, etc.) not supported by public funds.   7. (Independent) hist. Congregational. --n   1. a person who is politically independent.   2. (Independent) hist. a Congregationalist. Derivatives independently adv. |
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