interdependency

Other forms: interdependencies

Definitions of interdependency

1. noun

   a reciprocal relation between interdependent entities (objects or individuals or groups)
   synonyms: interdependence, mutuality

   types:

   commensalism

   the relation between two different kinds of organisms when one receives benefits from the other without damaging it

   parasitism

   the relation between two different kinds of organisms in which one receives benefits from the other by causing damage to it (usually not fatal damage)

   mutualism, symbiosis

   the relation between two different species of organisms that are interdependent; each gains benefits from the other

   sharing

   having in common

   sharing

   using or enjoying something jointly with others

   trophobiosis

   a symbiotic relation in which one organism protects the other in return for some kind of food product

   time sharing

   (computer science) the use of a central computer by many users simultaneously

   type of:

   reciprocality, reciprocity

   a relation of mutual dependence or action or influence