Depending
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪˈpɛn.dɪŋ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Depending is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of depend.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of depend.
More Meanings
- (heraldry) Suspended or hanging from another element, such as a shield, helmet, crest, or a badge hanging from a chain.
Example Sentences
Johnson said, “Depending on how it melts, a lot of the freshwater will be leaving the region for the ocean, which will have severe impacts on water and food security."
Behind the shield are placed in saltire two batons representing that belonging to his office, and round the shield is placed a gold collar of SS, and a triple chain also of gold, and depending from it the proper badge of Lyon King of Arms.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include according, agreement, building, conforming, considering, drawing.
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