reliance
Pronunciation:
/ɹɪˈlaɪəns/noun
Definitions
The act of relying (on or in someone or something); trust.
Example: Your reliance on his expertise may be misplaced.
The condition of being reliant or dependent.
Example: The industry is working to phase out its reliance on fossil fuels.
Anything on which to rely; ground of trust.
Example: The boat was a poor reliance.
A person or thing which relies on another.