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independence

Pronunciation: /ɪndɪˈpɛnd(ə)ns/

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Definition of independence

noun

[mass noun]

the fact or state of being independent:Argentina gained independence from Spain in 1816 I’ve always valued my independence

Origin:

mid 17th century: from independent, partly on the pattern of French indépendance

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Definition of independence in the US English dictionary

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/ ˈɒfɪŋ

noun

the more distant part of the sea in view …

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